Day three of the winter test in Bahrain is upon us. Almost all drivers venture onto the Sakhir circuit on Friday – only Red Bull and Williams opt not to switch drivers. On Thursday, Liam Lawson and Carlos Sainz Jr took charge for the entire day, now it’s Max Verstappen and Alex Albon’s turn. Find out here who gets into the car when!
From February 26th to February 28th, the Bahrain International Circuit opens its doors to Formula 1. All teams get the opportunity to extensively test the new equipment. Each driver gets to put the car through its paces for a day and a half. This three-day event is a crucial baseline measurement. It provides the first opportunity to test the new cars on the circuit.
Winter Test Day 3 – Morning Session
| Team | Driver |
| McLaren | Lando Norris |
| Ferrari | TBA |
| Red Bull | Max Verstappen |
| Mercedes | Andrea Kimi Antonelli |
| Aston Martin | Lance Stroll |
| Alpine | Jack Doohan |
| Haas | Oliver Bearman |
| Racing Bulls | Isack Hadjar |
| Williams | Alex Albon |
| Sauber | Gabriel Bortoleto |
Winter Test Day 3 – Afternoon Session
| Team | Driver |
| McLaren | Oscar Piastri |
| Ferrari | TBA |
| Red Bull | Max Verstappen |
| Mercedes | George Russell |
| Aston Martin | Fernando Alonso |
| Alpine | Pierre Gasly |
| Haas | Esteban Ocon |
| Racing Bulls | Yuki Tsunoda |
| Williams | Alex Albon |
| Sauber | Nico Hülkenberg |
