Carlos Sainz Starts Strong for Alpine at Barcelona GP, Faces Car Issues

Alpine entered the 2026 season with high hopes, and Carlos Sainz delivered a solid opening by moving up four places in Barcelona. The early pace was promising, but the car suffered brake wear and a drop in engine performance as the race progressed.

Sainz battled rivals such as Haas and Audi, yet the new parts Alpine introduced failed to show their intended advantage. The team is now focusing on resolving these technical issues to field a more competitive package for the upcoming races.