P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Pre-season testing will kick off the new F1 campaign this week with three days of running taking place from Bahrain.
This week, F1 teams will participate in a three-day test at the Bahrain International Circuit to gather essential data for the upcoming season, expected to be highly competitive. Drivers, like Lewis Hamilton, are using this opportunity to adjust to new teams, with Hamilton moving to Ferrari from Mercedes. Ferrari is seen as a strong contender for the new season, possibly aiming for the fastest lap time in Bahrain despite the track’s tire-challenging characteristics. Teams have the chance to test all Pirelli tire compounds, including the new C6 compound, designed for low-energy circuits. Ferrari and Williams are among the few teams testing the C5 and C6 compounds, potentially setting impressive lap times. However, the true competitive order will only be revealed once the season starts, making Ferrari an interesting team to monitor during testing.
