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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

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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

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

The Independent UK

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

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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

Motorsport

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

Motorsport

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

The Independent UK

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

Max Verstappen's outspoken opinion

Motorsport

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

Autosport

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

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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

Autosport

Pirelli to host Bahrain wet-weather test with two F1 teams partaking

Pirelli will return to Bahrain at the end of February to conduct a F1 rain test with 2026 mule cars

Motorsport

Two F1 teams to take part in intriguing Bahrain wet-weather test

Pirelli will return to Bahrain at the end of February to conduct a F1 rain test with 2026 mule cars

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Clear immigration before you fly: UAE and Bahrain launch ‘One-Point Air Travellers’ project

The UAE and Bahrain have launched the "One-Point Air Travellers" Project, a pilot initiative allowing citizens to complete entry procedures before departure. This aims to reduce airport congestion, accelerate entry, and enhance the travel experience. The project utilizes electronic connectivity, biometric verification, and advanced data processing to foster regional integration…

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Fernando Alonso admits Aston Martin must "walk before we run" after Bahrain test issues

Alonso says Adrian Newey is “different” because he still leans on driver feedback

Motorsport

Bahrain F1 pre-season testing week 2: Where to watch live, full schedule, what to know

The second week of Bahrain pre-season testing runs from 18-20 February

The Independent UK

McLaren F1 boss calls for three rule changes due to 2026 car safety concerns

Last week’s pre-season test in Bahrain triggered concerns over elements of the sport’s new set of regulations

Autosport

Why race starts get so complicated in F1 2026

Formula 1’s new power units are making race starts trickier, which teams and drivers believe could be a recipe for disaster

Motorsport

All Mercedes teams praise Red Bull’s new engine – but how political is it?

The Mercedes-powered teams collectively singled Red Bull out during the first week of F1 testing in Bahrain, but is that justified? And to what extent is it related to political discussions in the background?

Autosport

Why Mercedes’ praise of Red Bull’s F1 engine may not tell the full story

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