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With F1 returning to its pre-season testing venue, Motorsport Week unpicks five key talking points for the 2025 Bahrain GP.
The F1 Bahrain Grand Prix is set to take place on the Bahrain International Circuit after temperatures have significantly warmed up since pre-season testing in February. This second leg of the first triple-header in 2025 is anticipated to offer more excitement compared to Japan’s race. The heat and Bahrain’s abrasive track surface are likely to result in a two-stop strategy for most teams. McLaren has shown strong performance with two pole positions and two victories in Australia and China, but Max Verstappen’s win in Japan could pose a challenge for them in Bahrain. Despite the potential advantages McLaren’s long-run pace and tyre preservation may offer, Bahrain has historically been a difficult track for them. Verstappen, closely trailing Norris in the Drivers’ standings, foresees a tough battle in Bahrain due to the conditions favoring McLaren, but he remains a strong contender. Tsunoda’s adjustment to Red Bull Racing went relatively smoothly in Japan, and he aims to improve his performance in Bahrain under different conditions.
