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Carlos Sainz has revealed his fears that Red Bull has stolen a march on the grid after its ominous showing on the first day of F1 pre-season testing in Bahrain.
Carlos Sainz expressed concerns about Red Bull gaining an advantage during Formula 1 pre-season testing in Bahrain, where Williams aimed to recover after missing the Barcelona test.
Williams’ new FW48 performed well, completing 77 laps without issues, with Alex Albon taking over in the afternoon session.
Sainz noted the impressive performance of Red Bull’s new Ford-powered engine, suggesting they have a clear edge over competitors.
He highlighted the importance of integrating battery usage and car setup, praising Red Bull for achieving this seamlessly.
Looking ahead, Sainz anticipates the need for future regulations to combine these elements without compromising driver performance.
