Watch highlights of the first FP2 session of the year as the Bahrain International Circuit plays host to brand-new cars in this new era of Formula 1.
Reigning world champion Max Verstappen topped the timesheets in FP2, followed closely by Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc. Leclerc’s team mate Carlos Sainz finished third in the session – with Mercedes’ George Russell finishing fourth for the second session in a row.
READ MORE: Verstappen leads Ferraris in second Bahrain GP practice session
Haas driver Kevin Magnussen rounded out the top 10, with his team mate Mick Schumacher finishing eighth in the session.
Watch how the second practice session unfolded in Bahrain, using the video player above.
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