Formula 1 2025 pre-season testing in Bahrain

Formula 1 2025 pre-season testing is scheduled to take place from 26-28 February 2025 at the Bahrain International Circuit in Sakhir. This three-day session serves as the final opportunity for teams to fine-tune their cars and strategies before the start of the 2025 FIA Formula One World Championship.

The 2025 season is poised to feature significant changes in team line-ups and driver pairings. Notably, seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton has made a high-profile move to Ferrari, joining Charles Leclerc. This transition is expected to be a focal point during the pre-season testing, as the new pairing aims to optimise their performance ahead of the season opening grand prix in Australia.

Bahrain has been a consistent host for pre-season testing due to its favourable weather conditions and the technical demands of the circuit, which features a mix of high and low-speed corners and two long straights. These characteristics provide teams with valuable data to prepare for the upcoming season.

The first day of pre-season testing, 26 February, will be a closed session, not open to the public. However, the subsequent two days, 27-28 February, will be accessible to fans. Tickets for these public days are available for purchase, with prices set at $31.50 per day for adults and $15.75 per day for children aged 3-12. 

For fans interested in attending, the Bahrain International Circuit offers various hospitality packages, including VIP parking, shuttle services, and exclusive pit lane walks. These packages provide an enhanced experience during the testing sessions.

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