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Follow along with the first day of the first Bahrain test ahead of the 2026 F1 season!
Following the Barcelona shakedown event last month, the F1 cars are ready to hit the track once again, this time at the Bahrain International Circuit for the second pre-season test. Unlike the closed shakedown, these tests are open to the media, with RacingNews365 providing live coverage from the event. Mercedes impressed in Barcelona with a high lap count, while ongoing investigations into a alleged power unit trick keep the competition on edge. Williams and Aston Martin are both gearing up for their first on-track action of the year, with Aston Martin playing catch-up after a late arrival. Stay tuned for live updates and timing from the first day of testing!
