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Mercedes' George Russell and Kimi Antonelli both had strong performances during the 2025 F1 pre-season testing in Bahrain.

F1 Testing | Russell and Antonelli “can’t wait to get started” after solid pre-season

Avery McClure4 months ago4 months ago010 mins

On the second day of testing at the Bahrain International Circuit, the Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team, continued their preparations for the 2025 season. Despite the challenging weather conditions in Bahrain, they focused on gathering data and refining the setup of the W16. This was a significant day for the Brackley-based team, with drivers George Russell…

Aston Martin completed three days of pre-season testing in Bahrain.

F1 Testing | Aston Martin have “made progress” ahead of 2025 F1 season

Rohan Brown4 months ago4 months ago09 mins

With Formula One’s pre-season testing now over, and the Australian Grand Prix two weeks away, Aston Martin reflected on performance over the three days in Bahrain. While the team showed promise, their time around the Bahrain International Circuit also exposed some weaknesses which could affect their 2025 season. A hopeful beginning Though the day was…

F1 Testing | Sauber praises “productive test”; lap times not a pre-season priority

Fleur Rogerson4 months ago4 months ago05 mins

As the final day of testing came to a close, Sauber felt that their pre-season testing had been ‘productive’ despite signs that the struggles of 2024 may persist. With the grid looking as close, if not closer, in 2025 than 2024, every step of progress will be vital. Sauber found themselves dead last in 2024…

Exclusive: Xavier Marcos Padros on the leadership styles of Ferrari F1 team principals Binotto and Vasseur

Rachel Stephens4 months ago4 months ago08 mins

In the third part of an exclusive interview with Pit Debrief, Xavier Marcos Padros, current technical director of Cadillac’s LMDh sportscar program, discussed the different leadership styles of Ferrari F1 team principals Mattia Binotto and Fred Vasseur. Working at Ferrari F1 from 2018 to 2024, and as Charles Leclerc’s race engineer, Marcos Padros noted that…

Johnny Herbert opens up on “heavy handed” FIA following firing from F1 Stewards position

Ryan McGahey4 months ago4 months ago07 mins

Following the news in January that Johnny Herbert would no longer serve as a Formula 1 Steward for the 2025 season, the former race winner speaks out on the circumstances of his firing. Speaking out for the first time since the news of his firing, Johnny Herbert hit out at the FIA. Citing a conflict…

Lewis Hamilton driving the SF-25 during pre-season testing in Bahrain.

Hamilton says Ferrari and Mercedes F1 cars “massively different in characteristics”

Ghazlan Atqiya Firmansyah4 months ago4 months ago05 mins

With the pre-season testing officially concluded, new Ferrari F1 signing Lewis Hamilton has exhausted his testing allocation. Albeit hoping he could get more testing time, the Briton is feeling good so far despite it will only be 56 days since he joined the Prancing Horses to the first race in Melbourne in the next two…

BWT Alpine on track on final day of pre-season testing in Bahrain.

F1 Testing | Alpine “have a good base to work from” after “productive” pre-season

Aslıhan Alp4 months ago4 months ago08 mins

The 2025 F1 pre-season testing took place between February 26 to 28 at the Sakhir International Circuit in Bahrain, with BWT Alpine duo, Pierre Gasly and rookie Jack Doohan, sharing the track across three days. From behind the wheel of the blue-and-pink A525, Gasly and Doohan helped the team collect crucial data ahead of their…

Alexander Albon (THA) Atlassian Williams Racing FW47. 28.02.2025. Formula 1 Testing, Sakhir, Bahrain, Day Three.

F1 Testing | Sainz and Albon “positive” despite “complicated” Bahrain pre-season testing

Rachel Stephens4 months ago4 months ago04 mins

With pre-season testing complete, the 2025 F1 season is just around the corner, and for Williams’ drivers Alex Albon and Carlos Sainz, there is a glimpse of promise within the team. Unexpected weather in Bahrain With unexpected and unpredictable weather in Bahrain throughout the 3 days, Sainz described testing as “complicated”, noting that the changing weather conditions…

Bearman for Haas during F1 testing in Bahrain

F1 Testing | A “decent” end to pre-season testing with Haas despite “obvious” issue

Rebecca Malitz4 months ago4 months ago07 mins

After two quiet days of pre-season testing, day three delivered a shocking moment for the Haas team as part of the engine cover detached and fell onto the track. The incident occurred during the morning session when Ollie Bearman was about ninety minutes into the session. Fortunately, Haas was able to repair the damage and…

While McLaren are looking in great shape following F1 Testing in Bahrain, feet remain firmly on the ground inside the Woking-based squad. Lando Norris, Oscar Piastri and Andrea Stella give their thoughts.

F1 Testing | McLaren: “Plenty to work on” ahead of Australian GP

Ella Cleary4 months ago4 months ago05 mins

McLaren has concluded its pre-season testing at the Bahrain International Circuit, completing an intensive three-day programme to fine-tune the MCL39 ahead of the 2025 F1 season. Both Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris contributed to gathering crucial data on performance, aerodynamics, and setup adjustments under varying track conditions. Challenging conditions, positive results The final day of…