The morning session of the second test day in Bahrain has concluded! Due to rainfall, the drivers spent a considerable amount of time in the pit lane. Despite this, George Russell managed to complete 71 laps, the most of anyone. Furthermore, Lewis Hamilton held the fastest time for nearly the entire session, while Oscar Piastri and Nico Hülkenberg had a collision. Here’s a photo series featuring the best shots from the first session of the F1 winter test 2025 at the Bahrain International Circuit.Lewis Hamilton was the fastest in the morning. To be clear: not on a scooter. The Brit looks relaxed. (Getty Images)
With 71 laps, George Russel drove the most rounds. (Getty Images)
Focus on Pierre Gasly. This morning he recorded the fourth time. That’s not bad, considering how the Alpine performed last season. (Getty Images)
A beautiful picture of Nico Hülkenberg with the ferris wheel of the circuit in the background. (Getty Images)
Indeed, a unique occurrence. Laura Müller is the first ever female race engineer in Formula 1, overseeing ‘her’ driver, Esteban Ocon in action.
Newly minted Red Bull driver Liam Lawson appears concerned. In the second part, he primarily stayed in the pit box due to technical issues.
Nico Hülkenberg looks troubled. During the session, he came into contact with Oscar Piastri.
Yuki Tsunoda in the Racing Bull, surrounded by aero rakes. (Getty Images)
Look who we have here! Zhou Guanyu, currently a reserve driver for Ferrari, makes an appearance in the paddock. (Getty Images)
