Get ready for some high-octane action as Bahrain prepares to host three days of pre-season Formula One testing in February 2025! This marks a return to the Sakhir circuit for testing, a familiar ground for F1 teams. The testing will take place from February 26th to 28th, serving as a crucial warm-up for the upcoming 2025 season, which kicks off in Australia in March.
The Bahrain Grand Prix, traditionally the season opener since 2021, will be moved to the fourth race of the season in 2025 to avoid clashing with the Muslim holy month of Ramadan. This testing period will be crucial for teams as it will be the last opportunity to test their cars before major engine and rule changes take effect in 2026.
Keep an eye out for some exciting driver changes, including seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton, who will be sporting Ferrari red overalls for the first time after making a high-profile switch from Mercedes. With new teams and drivers, the testing promises to be a captivating spectacle for F1 fans.
The Sakhir circuit has been a popular venue for pre-season testing since 2009, hosting six separate testing sessions. Its consistently favorable weather conditions, blend of high and low-speed corners, and two long straights provide F1 teams with the ideal environment to gather vital data for the season ahead.
In a commitment to sustainability, a significant percentage of freight will remain at the Bahrain International Circuit for the Formula 1 Bahrain Grand Prix, which will be held on April 11-13. The FIA is aiming for the sport to achieve Net Zero by 2030.
The 2025 Formula One season, celebrating its 75th anniversary, promises to be a thrilling ride. The season will begin in Australia, followed by China and Japan, culminating in the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix on the weekend of December 5-7.
With testing in Bahrain setting the stage for the 2025 season, F1 fans are in for an exhilarating year filled with new rules, unexpected challenges, and thrilling races.
