McLaren is calling for an engine rules rethink following this week's test in Bahrain, the Woking outfit citing its concern over safety as the reason.

However, other than the obvious issues with the package, Alonso, the most experienced driver in the history of the sport, has been left totally disillusioned by the new formula.

Ferrari completes 423 laps in Bahrain, though McLaren and Williams are right behind with 422. In all honesty, the ongoing claims that "they're fastest", "no, they're fastest" following the opening ...

"Compound characteristics seem to be in line with expectations and feedback from drivers has been positive," says Pirelli following opening test.

Kimi Antonelli finally gets a trouble-free session and responds with the fastest time of the week, as Aston Martin's struggle continues.

Like Pitpass, four-time world champion, Max Verstappen is sceptical of Toto Wolff's claim that the Red Bull power unit is the current benchmark.

Put up, or shut up,' is essentially Steve Nielsen's mantra as he hits out at manufacturers questioning Mercedes' legality.

This morning's times from the Bahrain International Circuit, the final day of the first pre-season test. Please note that all posts are reactively moderated and must adhere to the site's posting rules ...

Today's times from Manama, the final day of the first pre-season test.

Never mind F1, Max Verstappen compares 2026 F1 cars to Formula E. As drivers finally get to drive the new cars in anger, few have been complimentary, however, the four-time world champion's criticism ...

This morning's times from the Bahrain International Circuit, the second day of pre-season testing. Antonelli sidelined for much of the morning with a power unit issue, which meant a change of engine, ...