article-img

“Catch the Action: Day 1 Drivers Announced for Bahrain Pre-Season Testing”

1 years ago By Sports Desk

In its long-awaited return, Formula 1 began pre-season testing in Bahrain, bringing the 10 teams together for a three-day race at the Bahrain International Circuit. On the first day, with the reveal of the drivers behind the wheel, the fans’ anticipation and excitement reached a fever pitch.

Red Bull Racing started testing on the right foot, putting Max Verstappen at the head of the morning session. Verstappen didn’t just take the time trials, he also set a new standard, breaking the record with an impressive lap of 1:31.344, completing 142 laps. The team’s first message is clear: they are ready to compete at the highest level.

Mercedes, always a strong presence, had George Russell behind the wheel on day one. Russell, who recently transferred from Williams, faced road difficulties and adapted to the new car, ending the day in 12th place but amassing a valuable 120 laps.

Ferrari decided that Charles Leclerc will share the training in the morning and Carlos Sainz in the afternoon. Solid performances from both drivers put Ferrari in a promising position, with Sainz ending the day in third place, just 1.240 seconds off the lead.

McLaren took a strategic approach by splitting the seats between Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris. Norris shone in the afternoon, finishing second on the time sheet. The team clearly has confidence in its testing abilities and its new car.

Aston Martin brought Fernando Alonso in the morning and Lance Stroll in the afternoon. Despite the cautious approach, the team performed well, with Stroll finishing sixth at the end of the day.

Alpine chose Esteban Ocon in the morning and Pierre Gasly in the afternoon, maintaining the remarkable consistency of their performances. Williams instead selected Alex Albon for the first half, while Logan Sargent for the afternoon. Unfortunately, Sargeant ran into problems and limited his participation.

RB, Red Bull’s satellite team, shared the seats between Yuki Tsunoda and Daniel Ricciardo, taking a respectable fourth place. Kick Sauber beat Valtteri Bottas early in the morning and Zhou Guanyu in the afternoon, ending the day in tenth place.

Haas completed a rigorous test program, relying on Kevin Magnussen in the morning and Nico Hulkenberg in the afternoon. Red Bull Racing’s Sergio Perez didn’t set a time, while Mercedes’ Lewis Hamilton couldn’t set a fast lap either.

The first test day was not only about lap times, but also about the drivers getting used to their new cars and the teams’ first work. With Verstappen dominating at the front, expectations are high for the 2024 F1 season. Stay tuned for more updates in the coming days as teams continue to tune their cars in preparation for their big return to racing.

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

More Recommendations
Unlock a World of Endless Discoveries: Your Personalized Recommendation Engine
article-image

In a dramatic qualifying session at the Sao Paulo Grand Prix, Max Verstappen secured pole position amidst changing weather conditions…. Read More

1 years ago Sports Desk
article-image

The highly anticipated Italian GP goes underway in Monza. Huge roars of support for Ferrari from the ‘Tifosi’.

2 years ago Sports Desk
article-image

Red Bull Racing Technical Director Adrian Newey shared valuable insights on the team’s latest Japanese Grand Prix updates, as well… Read More

1 years ago Sports Desk
article-image

In a surprising turn of events at the Japanese Grand Prix, Lewis Hamilton, the seven-time Formula 1 World Champion, made… Read More

2 years ago Sports Desk
article-image

Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz were left baffled by Ferrari’s disappointing performance in qualifying for the F1 Canadian Grand Prix.After… Read More

1 years ago Sports Desk
article-image

Marc Marquez, one of MotoGP’s most prominent figures, recently dropped an intriguing hint that he could be leaving Ducati next… Read More

1 years ago Sports Desk
Stories Going Viral
Unleashing the Power of Stories
article-image

For the wonderful MotoGP fans, this last weekend of November 2023 has turned out to be a very exciting as… Read More

1 years ago Sports Desk
article-image

Aprilia is undergoing an important transition period with the addition of Marco Bezzecchi to its factory team for 2025, following… Read More

1 years ago Sports Desk
article-image

In a surprising turn of events, Pirelli, the iconic Italian tire manufacturer, has recently announced its decision to step away… Read More

2 years ago Sports Desk
article-image

The 2024 MotoGP calendar has seen a major change as the Indian Grand Prix, originally scheduled to be held at… Read More

1 years ago Sports Desk
article-image

The Italian Grand Prix is not just a race; it’s a thrilling spectacle that combines speed, strategy, and the weather’s… Read More

2 years ago Sports Desk
article-image

The world of MotoGP is a very unique place. On the one hand, it can give you so much that… Read More

1 years ago Sports Desk
Join Our Exclusive Newsletter and Stay in the Loop!
[newsletter_form form="1"]