P1racenews AI automatic summary:
The second day of testing in Barcelona has been particularly quiet. For Max Verstappen and Charles Leclerc, it’s rightfully a ‘private test’.
The second day of F1 pre-season testing in Barcelona saw only two drivers, Max Verstappen from Red Bull and Charles Leclerc from Ferrari, completing laps before rain hit the Circuit de Catalunya.
Verstappen faced an early setback with a trip into the gravel on his first lap, causing a brief red flag, but was able to return to the pits and resume his program.
Mercedes and Haas decided not to run due to the anticipated rain, while teams like Audi, Racing Bulls, Alpine, and Cadillac remained in the garage. Aston Martin and Williams were also absent, with Aston Martin aiming to join on Thursday.
McLaren had planned to debut on the track but weather conditions may prevent that. Verstappen and Leclerc posted competitive times in the 1:20s, placing them in the midfield for Monday’s session.
