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What have we learned as the track falls silent on Day 2 of testing from the Bahrain International Circuit?
The chequered flag has fallen on the second day of pre-season testing from the Bahrain International Circuit, with just one more day of on-track running left for teams before the first round of the campaign. RacingNews365 takes a look at what we learned throughout the day, highlighting impressive testing mileage achieved in Formula 1’s modern era due to increased reliability in cars. Red Bull faced some challenges with Sergio Perez encountering brake issues and other problems during the session. Despite these hiccups, the team is still seen as the heavy favorite to claim both titles this year. Mercedes, on the other hand, is looking to make strides forward after a difficult couple of seasons, with Lewis Hamilton mentioning that the team has made clear improvements compared to last year. Ferrari had a strong showing, topping the day with Carlos Sainz setting the best lap of the test so far, showcasing potential for the team as they aim to address past inconsistencies. Despite the positives, there’s still caution about competitiveness, with many eyes on Red Bull as the early reference in the field.
