Day 2 Highlights: 2026 Bahrain Pre-Season Test

Day 2 of the 2026 Bahrain Pre-Season Test brought even more excitement as drivers pushed their new machines closer to the limit. With the initial shakedown completed on Day 1, teams shifted their focus toward longer runs, race simulations, and discovering the optimal setup window.

A familiar face returned to the top of the timesheets, proving that their pre-season development is on the right track. However, testing is never without its challenges, and several teams faced minor reliability gremlins that limited their track time. The battle for the mid-field also appears closer than ever!

Watch the full summary and the fastest laps from the second day of running right here: