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Another week and a half of patience and then Formula 1 winter testing will begin. At least if things don’t go against us as they have in the past. February 12 in particular seems to be something or other cursed as a testing day.
Winter testing in Formula 1 is crucial for preparing for the upcoming season, but it doesn’t always go as planned. In 2018, snowfall at the Circuit de Barcelona Catalunya caused the cancellation of the entire morning session. This wasn’t the first time nature interfered with testing; in 2009, sandstorms prevented Ferrari, Toyota, and BMW Sauber from running their cars in Bahrain. Moreover, in 2005, a test session had to be halted at Jerez due to a water truck sliding off the wet track. Even in 2024, when testing will only take place in Bahrain, delays can still occur, making the limited three-day test schedule even more challenging. Stay up to date with the F1 action by using the 2024 F1 calendar for your smartphone or PC.
