All 11 teams were able to put their all-new cars through their paces at the Bahrain International Circuit for three days

Bahrain F1 testing dates, local times, weather expectations, broadcast info, and how to watch the first preseason session before the 2026 season kickoff.

The first pre-season testing session is set to begin on Wednesday, February 11, and will run three days as noted above. Each day consists of two sessions, a morning session that begins at 10:00 a.m. local time, and an afternoon session that begins at 3:00 p.m. local time.

Formula 1 testing began in Bahrain as preparations for the new season gather pace. Teams will be given around eight hours of track time as drivers get to grips with

Lando Norris topped the first day of the first Bahrain test as F1 continues its 2026 preparations.

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The full line-ups and schedule for the second Formula 1 pre-season test at the Bahrain International Circuit.

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Follow live updates and the best video as the 2026 Formula 1 pre-season continues with three days of testing from the Bahrain International Circuit.