P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Max Verstappen failed to reach the 1m 32s in Bahrain, but again gathered plenty of data as testing concluded.
Max Verstappen pointed out that Red Bull Racing needs to improve its performance after the pre-season testing. He finished his final run on Friday with a best lap time of 1m 33.109, unable to match Leclerc’s 1m 31s time. The level of Verstappen’s push and Red Bull’s engine performance remains uncertain, indicating they may be trailing Mercedes and Ferrari. Despite this, Red Bull and Racing Bulls completed significant mileage, providing valuable data for Red Bull Powertrains. Verstappen acknowledged the need for the RB22 to be faster, mentioning that they have work to do before the upcoming races. He expressed optimism for the season ahead but emphasized the importance of continuous improvement.
