George Russell has set the pace as Formula 1 teams tested their new cars in Bahrain. Mercedes driver Russell led the afternoon session and edged out McLaren’s Oscar Piastri who topped the morning run.

Formula 1’s final preseason test ahead of the 2026 season is underway. All 11 teams are taking to the Bahrain International Circuit in their new cars, bidding to complete as much running as possible ...

With one more pre-season test before the new Formula 1 season kicks off in Australia, some teams have questions they will need to answer.