Verstappen says power losses slowed his best laps
Max Verstappen says power delivery problems prevented him from getting the most out of the Red Bull during second practice.
Hulkenberg ânot reading too muchâ into fifth in practice
Nico Hulkenberg downplayed Renaultâs prospects despite setting the fifth-fastest time in second practice, ahead of both Red Bull drivers.
Norris believes he can âdo a better jobâ in qualifying
Lando Norris believes he can perform better in qualifying this weekend but says it will be difficult for McLaren reach Q3 for the second race in a row.
Vettel: Ferrari has fixed its âAchillesâ Heelâ from Australia
Sebastian Vettel said Ferrari has addressed its carâs âAchillesâ Heelâ after setting the pace on the first day of practice for the Bahrain Grand Prix.
Ferrari faster than rivals because of âdifferent engine modesâ â Binotto
Ferrari team principal Mattia Binotto says the teamâs advantage over its rivals in practice was down to them running different engine modes.
Raikkonen in the dark after lack of proper running
Kimi Raikkonen admitted he isnât sure how competitive Alfa Romeo will be in the Bahrain Grand Prix after technical problems limited his running on Friday.
Tost: F1 should not respond over Bahrain human rights appeal
Toro Rosso team principal Franz Tost dismissed calls from human rights groups for the FIA and Formula 1 to demand the Bahrain government release protesters who have criticised the race.
Pirelli wants drivers to explain why its tyres make passing difficult
Pirelli motorsport director Mario Isola has responded to complaints from Formula 1 drivers about how tyre performance makes it difficult for them to overtake.
Leclerc keeps Ferrari on top in final practice
Charles Leclerc ensured Ferrari led all three practice sessions for the Bahrain Grand Prix by heading the final hour of running before qualifying.
Bahrain GP
Practice Session 3
Pos Driver Car Time Gap Laps
1 Charles Leclerc Ferrari 1:29.569s - 15
2 Sebastian Vettel Ferrari 1:29.738s 0.169s 16
3 Lewis Hamilton Mercedes 1:30.334s 0.765s 10
4 Valtteri Bottas Mercedes 1:30.389s 0.820s 12
5 Romain Grosjean Haas/Ferrari 1:30.818s 1.249s 14
6 Nico Hulkenberg Renault 1:30.910s 1.341s 12
7 Lando Norris McLaren/Renault 1:30.955s 1.386s 15
8 Max Verstappen Red Bull/Honda 1:30.959s 1.390s 10
9 Carlos Sainz Jr. McLaren/Renault 1:30.965s 1.396s 14
10 Daniil Kvyat Toro Rosso/Honda 1:31.173s 1.604s 17
11 Kimi Raikkonen Alfa Romeo/Ferrari 1:31.333s 1.764s 21
12 Pierre Gasly Red Bull/Honda 1:31.392s 1.823s 13
13 Kevin Magnussen Haas/Ferrari 1:31.540s 1.971s 13
14 Lance Stroll Racing Point/Mercedes 1:31.618s 2.049s 16
15 Sergio Perez Racing Point/Mercedes 1:31.638s 2.069s 9
16 Daniel Ricciardo Renault 1:31.643s 2.074s 11
17 Alexander Albon Toro Rosso/Honda 1:31.679s 2.110s 17
18 Antonio Giovinazzi Alfa Romeo/Ferrari 1:32.132s 2.563s 21
19 George Russell Williams/Mercedes 1:33.387s 3.818s 14
20 Robert Kubica Williams/Mercedes 1:33.525s 3.956s 13
F1 prize money changes may not be ready for 2021 â Brawn
Formula 1 may not introduce changes to the sportâs revenue structure, including its contentious prize money payments, in time for the 2021 season.
Leclerc beats Vettel to take first pole position
Charles Leclerc took his first Formula 1 pole position in qualifying for the Bahrain Grand Prix.
Bahrain GP
Qualifying Session
Pos Driver Car Time Gap
1 Charles Leclerc Ferrari 1:27.866s -
2 Sebastian Vettel Ferrari 1:28.160s 0.294s
3 Lewis Hamilton Mercedes 1:28.190s 0.324s
4 Valtteri Bottas Mercedes 1:28.256s 0.390s
5 Max Verstappen Red Bull/Honda 1:28.752s 0.886s
6 Kevin Magnussen Haas/Ferrari 1:28.757s 0.891s
7 Carlos Sainz Jr. McLaren/Renault 1:28.813s 0.947s
8 Romain Grosjean Haas/Ferrari 1:29.015s 1.149s
9 Kimi Raikkonen Alfa Romeo/Ferrari 1:29.022s 1.156s
10 Lando Norris McLaren/Renault 1:29.043s 1.177s
11 Daniel Ricciardo Renault 1:29.488s 1.622s
12 Alexander Albon Toro Rosso/Honda 1:29.513s 1.647s
13 Pierre Gasly Red Bull/Honda 1:29.526s 1.660s
14 Sergio Perez Racing Point/Mercedes 1:29.756s 1.890s
15 Daniil Kvyat Toro Rosso/Honda 1:29.854s 1.988s
16 Antonio Giovinazzi Alfa Romeo/Ferrari 1:30.026s 2.160s
17 Nico Hulkenberg Renault 1:30.034s 2.168s
18 Lance Stroll Racing Point/Mercedes 1:30.217s 2.351s
19 George Russell Williams/Mercedes 1:31.759s 3.893s
20 Robert Kubica Williams/Mercedes 1:31.799s 3.933s
Leclerc âextremely happyâ after first pole position
Charles Leclerc said he was âextremely happyâ to take pole position for the first time in his F1 career in his second race for Ferrari in Bahrain.
Ferrari confirm Leclerc is allowed to stay ahead of Vettel
Ferrari has clarified its stance on team orders, confirming Charles Leclerc is allowed to finish in front of his team mate.
Hamilton: Ferrari âfound a lot more speed on the straightsâ
Lewis Hamilton says Ferrariâs advantage over Mercedes at Bahrain is chiefly down to their superior straight-line speed.
Grosjean handed grid penalty for impeding Norris
Romain Grosjean has been docked three places on the grid for the Bahrain Grand Prix for holding up Lando Norris in qualifying.