P1racenews AI automatic summary:
McLaren top midway through day two of Bahrain F1 test, Ferrari hits more trouble
Reigning Formula 1 world champion Lando Norris led the first session of day two of the Bahrain test, while Ferrari faced technical dramas throughout the week.
Ferrari, which seemed strong in the first Bahrain test, encountered various problems this week, with Lewis Hamilton and the team facing issues.
Despite a chassis problem limiting Hamilton to only five laps, he showcased a unique upside-down rear wing flap that turned heads.
Meanwhile, McLaren’s Norris topped the timesheets with a quick lap time, ahead of Max Verstappen and George Russell.
George Russell completed the most laps on Thursday, prioritizing long runs, while Alex Albon and Gabriel Bortoleto followed closely.
Alonso, Hamilton, and Bottas completed their testing programs, with Bottas delayed in getting on track but managing a decent number of laps.
Testing will continue on Thursday in Bahrain to provide further insights into the teams’ preparations for the upcoming season.
