P1racenews AI automatic summary:
What the final day of F1 testing told us about the potential 2025 pecking order…
On the final day of testing in Bahrain, the track temperature returned to more normal levels, affecting tyre behavior and slowing down the cars compared to the previous day. Despite the changes, the competitive landscape remained largely the same, with McLaren’s small advantage persisting. Oscar Piastri at McLaren showcased strong performance in long runs, indicating the team’s competitive edge.
The Mercedes and Ferrari cars showed evenly matched performance, with differences in strengths and weaknesses in various areas of the track. Red Bull faced challenges in finding the right set-up for Max Verstappen, but ultimately achieved the second-fastest time of the day.
Williams emerged as a standout surprise, with Alex Albon posting the third-fastest time using a different tyre strategy that proved beneficial. Overall, the testing session highlighted the teams’ adaptability and the ongoing quest for performance optimization.
