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Follow along with the second day of the second Bahrain test ahead of the 2026 F1 season!
Mercedes is perceived as the leading team heading into the second day of the final F1 pre-season test at Bahrain International Circuit. George Russell showcased impressive performance by setting the fastest lap time on the first day in Bahrain. Max Verstappen is scheduled to have his debut run during the second test, following Isack Hadjar’s complete day in the RB22. Red Bull faced challenges on the first day, with Hadjar only completing 66 laps due to a water system issue. The focus will be on Aston Martin as Fernando Alonso aims to make up for lost time in the AMR26 during the entirety of the second day of testing. The question remains whether the team’s first Honda and Adrian Newey-designed car can show significant improvements on day two. Don’t miss any of the live action from the second day of the official F1 pre-season test with the live timing coverage provided below!
