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February 20, 2026
Charles Leclerc clocks quickest time at final F1 pre-season testing in Bahrain
Aston Martin completed just six laps after problems
TL;DR
- Charles Leclerc set the fastest time in the final F1 pre-season test at Bahrain International Circuit.
- Leclerc's Ferrari was significantly faster than McLaren's Lando Norris, Red Bull's Max Verstappen, and Mercedes' George Russell.
- George Russell and Mercedes expressed confidence in their pace but highlighted concerns about reliability and race start performance.
- Aston Martin faced a difficult end to testing due to issues with their car and engine supplier, Honda, completing only six laps on the final day.
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