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Sebastian Vettel reveals "gut feeling" prediction for 2026 drivers' champion

Sebastian Vettel has tipped George Russell and Mercedes as his pick for the 2026 F1 drivers’ title

Motorsport

Aston Martin ends F1 Bahrain test early

Aston Martin’s 2026 F1 car completed just six laps on Friday in Bahrain

Motorsport

Saudi-Bahrain King Fahd Causeway toll hike: Cars now pay 35 SAR, discounts up to 40% introduced

The King Fahd Causeway has implemented new toll rates for the first time in a decade, impacting cars, buses, and trucks. While most travelers face increased fees, students, people with disabilities, and daily commuters with special cards remain exempt. The Authority also introduced discount packages via the Jesr app to…

The Times of India

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Piastri shines but Norris warns McLaren have work to do

Oscar Piastri had another fruitful day at Bahrain pre-season testing, but his world champion teammate Lando Norris suggested McLaren were still off the pace.

AAP

'He's just turned a bit of a corner in his life' – Bahrain Victorious unsurprised by stunning Antonio Tiberi performance at UAE Tour as he delivers on potential with X factor

'We talk a lot about potential, but then there's that moment where you've got to actually deliver and actually do the business' says Ellingworth

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F1 Bahrain pre-season test: Antonelli quickest on day five as Aston Martin's woes continue

Kimi Antonelli and Oscar Piastri set the first 1m32s lap times in F1’s 2026 Bahrain pre-season test, as Aston Martin suffered further hardship

Autosport

F1 Bahrain pre-season test: Mercedes narrowly beats McLaren, Aston Martin breaks down

Kimi Antonelli and Oscar Piastri set the first 1m32s lap times in F1’s 2026 Bahrain pre-season test, as Aston Martin suffered further hardship

Motorsport

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F1’s 2026 grid photo outtakes are pure gold and fans can’t get enough

Fans have been amused by behind-the-scenes footage from Formula 1’s official 2026 grid photo shoot in Bahrain

Motorsport

FIA to continue F1 start trials as McLaren backs "sensible" changes

The FIA has confirmed it will continue its practice start trials at Bahrain F1 testing, with McLaren encouraged by what it felt were 'sensible' starts on Wednesday.

Motorsport

Why McLaren is now encouraged by F1 practice starts as Bahrain trials continue

The McLaren F1 team has backed tweaks to give drivers more time on the starting grid to prepare their power units, as trials in Bahrain pre-season testing are set to continue on Thursday and Friday

Autosport

Alex Albon says Williams pre-season issues stem from ambition to be leading team

The Grove-based team enjoyed their best season for nine years by finishing fifth in the constructors’ championship.

The Independent UK

Ralf Schumacher spots Ferrari's "huge advantage" ahead of 2026 F1 season

Ralf Schumacher believes Ferrari’s smoother, calmer cornering spotted during Bahrain testing could give the team a significant drivability and tyre-wear advantage heading into the 2026 Formula 1 season

Motorsport

F1 trials unique ‘blue warning’ race start at Bahrain pre-season testing

Safety concerns over the race start have resulted in a trial taking place at the end of each day of testing

The Independent UK

FIA releases statement on safety of F1 race starts after meeting in Bahrain

All 11 teams met with the FIA and Formula 1 on the first day of the final pre-season test on Wednesday

The Independent UK

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Lewis Hamilton feels in ‘best place personally’ ahead of 2026 F1 season

The seven-time F1 world champion endured a difficult debut season with Ferrari, failing to secure a podium

Autosport

F1 Bahrain pre-season test: Leclerc pips Norris on morning of day four

The Ferrari driver set a 1m33.739s to top Wednesday morning's running in Bahrain for pre-season testing of F1 2026

Motorsport

F1 Bahrain pre-season test: Charles Leclerc pips Lando Norris on morning of day four

The Ferrari driver set a 1m33.739s to top Wednesday morning's running in Bahrain for pre-season testing of F1 2026

Motorsport

Why early-season upgrades will be relentless in 2026, according to Fred Vasseur

Fred Vasseur believes the start of the 2026 F1 season will see a flurry of rapid upgrades from most teams during Bahrain testing and into Melbourne as development rates spike early on

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Ferrari surprises F1 paddock in Bahrain with new wing behind SF-26 exhaust

The SF-26 has a flap called FTM that exploits the exhaust gas flow, now also active at low gears for energy recovery

The Independent UK

F1 testing 2026 live: Aston Martin finish test early with Charles Leclerc fastest on final day in Bahrain

Follow live F1 coverage from the Bahrain International Circuit at the final test before the 2026 season takes place

Motorsport

F1 drivers share early verdict on 2026 cars ahead of second Bahrain test

Max Verstappen's outspoken opinion

Autosport

Video: F1 testing update

Autosport F1 reporters Ronald Vording and Jake Boxall-Legge sit down in Bahrain to discuss pre-season testing, with the final three days coming up

Motorsport

Ferrari brings new power unit and aerodynamic updates to F1 2026 Bahrain test

In the second Bahrain F1 test session, Scuderia Ferrari will roll out an updated SF-26 that features new aerodynamic components and a fresh power unit

Motorsport

Bahrain F1 test week 2: Who is driving when?

The 2026 Formula 1 pre-season continues with the second and final three-day test in Bahrain. Here are the driving schedules for this week, continuously updated.

The Independent UK

Final F1 2026 testing session in Bahrain set to be overshadowed by safety concerns

Explained: In addition to the engine row, a new issue over race starts will be a key topic at an F1 Commission meeting on Wednesday, as well as ‘lift and coast’ procedures and the new ‘overtake’ mode

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