P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Well, that was an entertaining first practice for the Bahrain Grand Prix – and with no Max Verstappen either!
Yuki Tsunoda, Alex Albon, and Luke Browning are all being investigated by the Bahrain Grand Prix stewards following an eventful first practice session. Six teams seized the chance to give their reserve drivers a taste of F1 action at the well-known Bahrain International Circuit. Notable regular drivers, including Max Verstappen, Charles Leclerc, and George Russell, were among those who sat out the session, creating an opportunity for young talents like Luke Browning to showcase their skills. Browning will have to face scrutiny for a near-miss incident with teammate Albon, who was also involved in a second incident with Tsunoda due to unsafe release into his path. The session was held in extreme heat conditions, with McLaren’s Lando Norris ultimately setting the fastest lap time. Throughout the practice, drivers voiced numerous complaints about their cars, with Mercedes’ Antonelli experiencing a water pressure issue that limited his track time. Various drivers took turns at the top of the timesheets, showcasing a mix of regular and reserve talents striving to make an impact.
