P1racenews AI automatic summary:
2024 Bahrain F1 test: Leclerc pips Russell to top final session
Carlos Sainz led the final morning session before a broken drain cover caused a delay. The lunch break was canceled to make up for lost time, with session running all the way until 7pm. McLaren faced early trouble with Lando Norris encountering a clutch issue, while Valtteri Bottas had a restricted program due to maintenance work on his car. Max Verstappen and Charles Leclerc showcased impressive performances in the afternoon, with Leclerc eventually setting the fastest time using the softer C4 compound. Yuki Tsunoda, George Russell, and Alex Albon also had strong showings towards the end of the day’s test. Overall, the day’s action concluded with several teams making strides in preparation for the upcoming Bahrain Grand Prix.
