Formula 1, Sportrik Media - The F1 Bahrain Test 2026 enters its second and final week at the Bahrain International Circuit ahead of the season opener, the Australian Grand Prix in early March. The three-day pre-season session runs from 18–20 February 2026, with no restrictions on when teams can operate within the allotted track time.
All 11 teams will return to Sakhir, including Aston Martin, which is aiming for a more productive outing compared to the previous test. Meanwhile, the leading contenders continue to manage performance visibility carefully as the competitive order begins to take shape under the new 2026 regulations.
Track action begins at 10:00 local time (GMT+3) and concludes at 19:00 local time each day, with a mandatory one-hour lunch break from 14:00 to 15:00 local time. Unlike previous formats, the full eight hours of daily running will be broadcast live.
Below is the complete schedule for Week Two of the F1 Bahrain Pre-Season Test 2026:
Bahrain 2026 F1 Pre-Season Test – Week Two Schedule
| Day | Date | Local Time (GMT+3) | GMT |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wednesday | 18 February 2026 | 10:00 – 19:00 | 07:00 – 16:00 |
| Thursday | 19 February 2026 | 10:00 – 19:00 | 07:00 – 16:00 |
| Friday | 20 February 2026 | 10:00 – 19:00 | 07:00 – 16:00 |
With significant changes introduced for 2026 — including revised power unit architecture and active aerodynamic systems — this final pre-season test represents the last opportunity for teams to validate data, refine setups, and optimize energy management strategies before the championship begins in Australia.
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