P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Charles Leclerc ensured that Ferrari remained at the top of the timesheets as the curtain came down on pre-season testing
The Monegasque driver, Leclerc, set the fastest lap time on the grippiest C5 compound during testing, just three-tenths off the pace. Mercedes, keeping its pace hidden, saw George Russell secure the second spot with a quick lap on the C4 tyre. Sauber surprised everyone with Guanyu Zhou’s lap, while Max Verstappen stayed close to Leclerc on the C3 compound. The teams prepared for the Bahrain Grand Prix with different tyre strategies, as the testing concluded with various surprises and disruptions. Finally, the grid saw diverse performances from different teams and drivers, setting the stage for an intriguing start to the 2024 season.
