P1racenews AI automatic summary:
TWO drains at the BIC have been filled in with concrete following issues in testing.
Bahrain International Circuit officials have taken measures to prevent a repeat of issues from last week’s pre-season test. The disruption was due to a drain lifting near Turn 11, caused by the forces of ground-effect cars under new aerodynamic regulations. The track, 20 years old, has now been reinforced to address this weakness. Red Bull’s Adrian Newey highlighted the impact of increased car weight over the years. After a detailed review with FIA race director Niels Wittich, BIC agreed to a work programme to address drain issues at Turn 11 and Turn 7. Concrete filling and welding work have been done, approved by Wittich, to maintain the circuit’s drainage effectiveness. These measures aim to ensure smoother racing experiences at Bahrain International Circuit in the future.
