With Formula 1 winter/spring hybrid testing fast approaching, we though we’d take a quick look back at what happened in 2016 in Barcelona through the eyes and words of Diego Merino (check out his bio by clicking HERE).

What a difference a year makes! Who would’ve predicted Rosberg’s and Bernie’s retirement only 12 months ago, a shocker for the fans – with 117 winters combined between them, they are a worthy pair of rich retirees!

Orange “Trump” livery for the now Ron-less McLaren and Manorialization going extinct (okay, we accept this one was about to happen at some point).

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A funny driver pairing at Williams and good old Nasr heading to Stock Car Brasil – not more than speculation on our part. Hulk accepting French values, with Magnussen Jr taking his hair to Haas; Bottas going against queen Ham at Mercedes; you name it. 2017 starts with a lot of optimism for the sport, the doom and gloom caused by ugly noses and lack of engine noises is probably becoming a thing of the past.

With the promise of mean F1 cars, we’ll be licking our lips over covering Formula 1’s revamped look and feel for you directly from the circuit.

Part 1, 2016, Barcelona F1 blog – click HERE.

Part 2, 2016, Barcelona F1 blog – click HERE.

Part 3, 2016, Barcelona F1 blog – click HERE.

You can also enjoy some of Diego’s 2016 Barcelona photos in the gallery below.