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F1 pre-season testing is over for another year and now the real fun can begin. But how much milage did each team and driver rack up over the three days of running in Bahrain?
The F1 pre-season testing at the Bahrain International Circuit wrapped up yesterday, marking the end of crucial track time for the 20 drivers and 10 teams until the first practice session in Melbourne. The Australian Grand Prix resumes its position as the season-opener, while Bahrain solidifies its role as the new home of F1 testing. Despite a few unusual incidents leading to red flag stoppages, the teams encountered minimal major issues and no crashes during the three-day testing period. Achieving over 100 laps per day on average, teams utilized the opportunity to gather valuable data and insights, with some reaping more benefits than others. While lap count isn’t the sole indicator of success in F1 testing, maximizing mileage remains crucial, especially for rookies or drivers switching teams. Reviewing the breakdown of laps completed by each driver and team provides a comprehensive overview of the pre-season preparations as the countdown to the Australian Grand Prix continues.