Max Verstappen will again be in action for two days during the test days in Bahrain. On Friday he drives all day on the circuit, on Saturday he can try out his new RB18 for half a day.
That reports The Telegraph Monday.
Bahrain
After three days of testing in Barcelona, the Formula 1 drivers can once again try out their cars for three days. The last days of testing will take place in Bahrain on Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Unlike in Barcelona, Red Bull Racing opts this time to let Sergio Pérez drive on the first day, in Spain Verstappen still kicked off. Verstappen can take care of the second day this time. On the third and final day, Verstappen and Pérez each get a half day at their disposal.
Active
During the test days in Barcelona, Verstappen was very active. He completed a total of 206 laps on the circuit in Catalonia. The Limburger said after the three days that he was satisfied: “Everything worked properly and the car felt good. I am happy with the balance.”
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first race
Next week’s test days may be even more important than those in Barcelona. The Formula 1 season will start in Bahrain next week, so the teams can also test the cars. Verstappen will race there for the first time with number one on his car.
Contract
Verstappen extended his contract with Oracle Red Bull Racing last week. The Limburger still had a contract until the end of next year and has now signed a contract until the end of 2028. It would be a mega deal, making Verstappen the highest-earning Dutch athlete of all time.
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