Charles Leclerc dominated the morning session of day 2 of Formula 1 testing in Bahrain, with significant performances from other teams and an encouraging message from Alpine's Flavio Briatore.
The second day of Formula 1 testing in Bahrain saw Charles Leclerc of Ferrari take the lead in the morning session, clocking a time of 1m34s273 over 62 laps. Leclerc finished ahead of Lando Norris and Pierre Gasly, who placed second and third respectively, highlighting Ferrari's strong performance early in the preseason testing. This session has been critical for teams eyeing improvement after a competitive last season.
Meanwhile, Alpine's Flavio Briatore sent an encouraging message to the team, boosting spirits as they look forward to the upcoming season. Briatore's comments reflect the team's optimism, particularly for their drivers, including Pierre Gasly and Argentine representation Franco Colapinto. Competing well in this phase is vital for Alpine's strategy ahead of the start of the championship.
However, the session was not without challenges, as Sergio Checo Pérez encountered issues with his Cadillac, which led to a red flag during testing. Additionally, both Red Bull and Mercedes experienced mechanical problems, raising concerns about their performance readiness for the new season. The dynamics of testing are crucial as teams assess their capabilities and make adjustments ahead of the racing calendar.
