Formula 1 returned to action at the Bahrain International Circuit on Wednesday as all 10 teams' cars hit the track for the start of 2024 pre-season testing.
At 1000 local time, George Russell and Mercedes completed the first official lap of the year as drivers and teams headed out to gather valuable mileage ahead of next week’s season-opening Bahrain Grand Prix.
LIVE COVERAGE: Follow all the action from Day 1 of Pre-Season Testing
From the classic red of Ferrari to the striking green-and-black of Kick Sauber, there were a range of designs on display, along with plenty of testing aids such as flow-vis paint and aero rakes.
Check out a gallery of 2024’s cars in action.
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