The drivers are itching to stretch their legs on the never-before-used Bahrain Outer Track, but the man who got to pound the asphalt first was Safety Car driver Bernd Maylander.
As is the case at every race, the German driver - who has led more than 700 laps in F1 - enjoyed some exploratory laps of the Sakhir Grand Prix venue on Thursday, and we were there to stick a camera on the car!
So sit back and enjoy a lap of this unique new layout, which at just 3.5km is the shortest of the season. Oh, and if you think this looks quick, just wait until the F1 drivers have a go on Friday...
Next Up
Related Articles
.webp)
UnlockedHow the faster Hadjar helped Verstappen to second place in Baku
Bortoleto handed penalty after yellow flag infringement
Mekies praises Hadjar's 'outstanding' Baku podium on return
UnlockedPALMER: Why George Russell’s Baku win was so impressive
Verstappen 'was trying everything' in quest for Baku victory
Alpine consider 'what action should be taken' after Colapinto crash