Mercedes’ performance in practice yesterday impressed Charles Leclerc, as the two W15s headed the times in Bahrain.
2024 Bahrain Grand Prix articles archive
Aston Martin “were in a stronger position 12 months ago” – Alonso
Formula 1
Posted onAston Martin are heading into the first race weekend of 2024 in a weaker position than last year, Fernando Alonso believes, despite being third-quickest in practice.
Hamilton revels in new Mercedes while signs reveal Red Bull’s potential
2024 Bahrain GP Friday practice analysis
Posted onAt the end of the first day of the season, Lewis Hamilton was much happier than recent years. But Red Bull still haven’t shown their hand.
Verstappen suspects rivals “already turned up the engine” after sixth in practice
Formula 1
Posted onMax Verstappen was not concerned to see both Mercedes drivers well ahead of him at the end of the first day’s running in Bahrain.
Mercedes’ practice pace “a shock but we’ll take it” – Hamilton
Formula 1
Posted onMercedes drivers Lewis Hamilton and George Russell said they were surprised how quick their new car is after leading the lap times on Thursday in Bahrain.
Hamilton quickest as Mercedes set pace in second practice
Formula 1
Posted onMercedes ended the first day of the season-opening Bahrain Grand Prix quickest of all with Lewis Hamilton ahead of George Russell.
Red Bull’s handling of Horner allegations “needs more transparency” – rivals
Formula 1
Posted onTwo of Christian Horner’s rival team principals have called on Red Bull to provide more “transparency” around allegations he was recently cleared of.
2024 Bahrain Grand Prix practice in pictures
F1 Pictures
Posted onPictures from the first day of practice for the 2024 Bahrain Grand Prix, where Alpine have switched to their pink livery.
‘No other sport lets two teams have same owner’: RB-Red Bull link concerns rivals
Formula 1
Posted onRed Bull and RB’s rivals have raised concerns about how closely they work together, but the teams defended their shared ownership.
Ricciardo fastest for RB in windy start to practice in Bahrain
Formula 1
Posted onDaniel Ricciardo set the quickest time for RB in the opening practice session for the Bahrain Grand Prix on soft compound tyres.
Horner says Red Bull have “never been stronger” after investigation clears him
Formula 1
Posted onRed Bull team principal Christian Horner says his team have been unaffected by an investigation into his conduct.
First pictures from the 2024 Bahrain Grand Prix weekend
F1 Pictures
Posted onPictures from the build-up to the 2024 Bahrain Grand Prix at Bahrain International Circuit.
Red Bull reveal nothing as investigation clears Horner to stay in charge
Formula 1
Posted onRed Bull acknowledged the person who made the allegations against Christian Horner could challenge their decision to reject them.
Alonso to decide on F1 future after early rounds
Formula 1
Posted onFernando Alonso says he will see how the opening rounds of the 2024 F1 season play out before he decides on his future in the sport.
Hamilton’s management reshuffle ‘taking a lot of time and hasn’t been easy’
Formula 1
Posted onLewis Hamilton said a shake-up of his management team has taken up a lot of his time during the off-season.
Drains which halted testing twice removed ahead of Bahrain Grand Prix
Formula 1
Posted onFormula 1 has taken steps to avoid a repeat of the problem which brought testing to a halt twice in Bahrain last week.
New clampdown on drivers lapping slowly during qualifying
Formula 1
Posted onFormula 1 drivers face tight new restrictions preventing them from going too slowly between qualifying laps this year.
How to watch the Bahrain Grand Prix plus F2, F3 and WEC season-openers
TV Times
Posted onFour major series all hold the first main races of the new seasons this Saturday. Here’s how to watch Formula 1, Formula 2, Formula 3 and WEC this weekend.
Pressure on Red Bull as team begins title defence: Six Bahrain GP talking points
Formula 1
Posted onQuestion marks hang over the world champions on the eve of Formula 1’s new season as Christian Horner’s future remains unclear.
F1 reveals record 24-round calendar for 2024 with three Saturday races
2024 F1 calendar
Posted onFormula 1 has revealed its new calendar for the 2024 season which will feature a record-breaking 24 grands prix and three races on Saturdays.