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F1 pre-season testing concludes in Bahrain with mixed reactions
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Formula 1 teams completed the second pre-season test in Bahrain, showcasing the new 2026 regulations featuring lighter cars and a 50:50 split between internal combustion and electric power. Drivers expressed varied opinions, from concerns over complexity to optimism about performance gains. Stefano Domenicali urged fans to stay calm, emphasizing the spectacle remains intact.
Bahrain accused Iran of drone attacks on its territory, drawing strong condemnation from Egypt and several Gulf states amid concerns over a US-Iran ceasefire.
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Prithvi Raj Prajeesh of India won the 11th ACA Classical FIDE Rated Chess Tournament with an unbeaten 5.5 out of 6 points. The event took place in Bahrain from January 25 to February 3, 2026. Lumanog Eddie Jr L from the Philippines finished second with 5 points.
Charles Leclerc has assessed Ferrari's standing after the first 2026 pre-season test in Bahrain, placing Red Bull and Mercedes slightly ahead of his team and McLaren. The new chassis and power unit regulations have made the competitive order difficult to gauge amid varied testing conditions. Mercedes recorded the fastest overall time across the three days.
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Red Bull Racing's technical director Pierre Wache stated during the 2026 Formula 1 pre-season testing in Bahrain that the team is currently behind Ferrari, Mercedes, and McLaren. Despite praise for their new power unit, Wache highlighted ongoing weaknesses in low-speed traction. New driver Isack Hadjar expressed confidence in achieving race wins this season.