P1racenews AI automatic summary:
F1 sessions can be stopped for a whole host of reasons – but 16 years ago today, testing was called of due to this bizarre incident.
Pre-season testing for the upcoming F1 season is set to begin in just two weeks, with teams preparing for a highly competitive campaign. Testing is limited in the current F1 era, giving teams only three days to test their new cars before the season starts. In 2009, Ferrari, BMW, and Toyota faced a sandstorm at the Bahrain International Circuit during a pre-season test session, causing the day’s running to be cut short. The 2009 season brought new technical regulations and the unexpected success of Brawn GP, shaking up the pecking order. Bahrain has become a traditional pre-season testing venue in recent years, with testing scheduled this season from February 26 to 28. Despite potential disruptions like sandstorms, teams must make the most of the limited test days available in the modern era.
