F1 2026 testing live: Mercedes encounter engine issue with Ferrari quickest on day 2
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Leclerc Tops Bahrain Testing Day Two, Norris Follows Closely
Charles Leclerc secured the fastest time on the second day of Bahrain pre-season testing, clocking in at 1m 34.273s. He finished ahead of Lando Norris from McLaren and Haas' Ollie Bearman. Despite technical issues halting some drivers, all three led laps over 100, showcasing strong performances in the challenging desert heat. Mercedes’ George Russell placed fourth after a driver swap, while new Red Bull racer Isack Hadjar rounded out the top fiv…
F1 Bahrain pre-season test: Leclerc fastest as Norris completes most laps on day two
Charles Leclerc was fastest on day two of Formula 1’s 2026 pre-season test in Bahrain, pipping world champion Lando Norris who completed the most mileage.The Ferrari driver set a 1m34.273s early in the morning session with his time on softs subsequently going unbeaten - 0.511s quicker than the medium-running McLaren, which was fastest on day one. But Norris’ time also came in the ...Keep reading
Second test day on the Bahrain International Circuit: The Tifosi cheer the best time of Leclerc in the Ferrari, behind it follows Champion Norris in McLaren. Mercedes and Red Bull-Ford with problems.
The second day of preseason on the International Circuit of Bahrain this Thursday, February 12, 2026 started with a smile for fans of the Italian squirery. Charles Leclerc not only nailed the best time with 1:34,273, but also completed 62 laps, demonstrating that the new monoplace of Maranello has the necessary resistance to fight up. Behind the Ferrari... Source
Charles Leclerc dominates F1 Bahrain pre-season testing: shocking results and fierce competition revealed!
Title: Charles Leclerc Dominates Day 2 of F1 Pre-Season Testing in Bahrain as Red Bull and Mercedes Face Setbacks! In a thrilling display of speed and skill, Charles Leclerc blazed through the morning session of the second day of Formula 1 pre-season testing at the Bahrain International Circuit, leaving competitors in his dust! The Ferrari star showcased his prowess by clocking an impressive lap time of 1m 34.273, setting the pace for the day wi…
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