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Mercedes rookie Kimi Antonelli topped the times after the first four hours of Formula 1’s three-day test in Bahrain
Mercedes rookie Kimi Antonelli impressed by topping the times in the first four hours of Formula 1’s three-day test in Bahrain. The opening session of F1 2025 saw minimal incidents, with Liam Lawson’s RB21 spin at Turn 2 being the closest call. Lawson managed to keep his car out of the barriers and gravel, continuing testing after a brief pause. Antonelli’s 1m31.428s lap put him at the top, leading in both time and lap count with 78 laps completed. Notably, Lewis Hamilton debuted for Ferrari, finishing fifth in the standings, with Fernando Alonso showing strong performance for Aston Martin in the middle sector. The session showcased a competitive field, with the top nine drivers separated by seven and a half tenths, while Ollie Bearman’s Haas lagged behind in tenth place.
