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Carlos Sainz put Ferrari on top on the second day of 2024 Formula 1 pre-season testing in Bahrain with a new fastest time of the week
Carlos Sainz set the fastest time for Ferrari on the second day of 2024 Formula 1 pre-season testing in Bahrain with a lap time of 1m29.921s. His teammate, Charles Leclerc, had led the morning session but Sainz maintained Ferrari’s position at the top. Despite Sergio Perez’s Red Bull being 0.758 seconds behind, his time was set on a harder compound tire, giving Ferrari an advantage. Perez had an extended day in the RB20 after a loose drain cover disrupted the morning session. Lando Norris returned to McLaren after a fuel system issue and ended up fourth fastest. Daniel Ricciardo was the fifth driver to beat Leclerc’s benchmark time. Lance Stroll and Esteban Ocon rounded out the top eight, showcasing a competitive field for the upcoming Bahrain Grand Prix.
