F1 testing LIVE: Latest updates from Test Two; will a top team emerge in Bahrain?

Mercedes, McLaren, Ferrari and Red Bull will all battle for supremacy in the final week of Formula 1 2026 preseason testing, and you can follow it live here with ESPN.

The first week of F1 preseason testing in Bahrain saw complaints from drivers about the new cars, red flags and proposals for rule changes.

As usual in testing, it is almost impossible to analyze form and pace from lap times as brand new cars rack up miles in the first few days, but the drivers’ comments have made their views on the new technology and rules quite clear.

lewis hamilton said so Fans will need a university degree To understand the new rules. On the same note, McLaren boss Andrea Stella said testing has been highlighted three areas Where rule changes are needed to improve safety and has made proposals.

Max Verstappen complains about how the cars are “Formula E on steroids” A comment that drew reactions from Formula E boss Jeff Dodds, who was also in the Middle East Arrive in Jeddah and test the Formula E car.

lando norris Verstappen’s comments countered Saying that he really had a lot of fun, and telling Verstappen, “He can retire if he wants”.

And finally, after all the anticipation surrounding Adrian Newey’s Aston Martin team, they had a somewhat disappointing week. However, the two-time world champion “It’s a matter of time” warns Fernando Alonso Before the team starts dominating.

Follow all the latest updates and analysis from the second week of testing below.

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