P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Lando Norris went fastest in the afternoon’s running of the 2025 Formula 1 pre-season testing at the Bahrain International Circuit, in a session briefly halted by a power cut.
During the second session of the first day, there was a momentary power outage at the circuit around the halfway point as darkness fell. Following a 30-minute delay, the cars were back on track with Charles Leclerc leading the timing sheets. Lando Norris, a strong contender for the 2025 title, ended the day fastest with a time of 1:30.430s after completing 52 laps. George Russell of Mercedes was second, just 0.157s behind Norris, with Max Verstappen in third place and Charles Leclerc in fourth. Carlos Sainz impressed in his debut for Williams, finishing fifth overall. Pierre Gasly, Andrea Kimi Antonelli, Liam Lawson, and Alex Albon rounded out the top ten positions.
