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With the new F1 season days away, Motorsport Week concludes its debrief of the recent pre-season testing programme in Bahrain.
Motorsport Week wrapped up its analysis of the recent pre-season testing in Bahrain as the new Formula 1 season approaches.
During the testing program, there were discussions on compression units, potential rule changes, and start procedure challenges, with teams showing improvements but also facing sandbagging accusations.
Highlights included George Russell leading on Day One, Mercedes’ strong performance, McLaren’s progress, and Aston Martin’s struggles with the AMR26.
Max Verstappen missed the first day, Mercedes tested controversial power units, and a mock starting procedure revealed concerns about active aero capabilities affecting race starts.
Lewis Hamilton showed a more positive attitude, hinting at feeling connected to Ferrari’s new SF-26 car, and the FIA announced potential rule changes on compression ratios, setting the stage for an intriguing season ahead.
