Bahrain Test

Mercedes Bahrain Test: Russell & Antonelli Face Early Challenges

Fresh from the Barcelona shakedown, the W17 rolled back onto the track in Bahrain for the first of six crucial test days spread across the next two weeks. George Russell opened the morning session, putting in a solid 56 laps as the team explored balance and responsiveness under the desert heat. After lunch, Kimi Antonelli […]

February 12, 2026 Motor Sports

Hamilton and Leclerc Put SF‑26 Through Its Paces with 132 Laps in Bahrain

Scuderia Ferrari HP began its Bahrain pre‑season campaign with a strong showing, as Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc combined to complete 132 laps (715 km) in the new SF‑26. The day marked the car’s first outing at Sakhir, delivering valuable mileage and data under challenging desert conditions. Morning – Hamilton Sets the Tone Hamilton was […]

February 12, 2026 Motor Sports