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Is Red Bull already a second clear? Bahrain data raises eyebrows
- Red Bull appears to hold a straight-line speed edge in Bahrain Day 1 long runs, supporting Wolff's claim.
- Telemetry indicates Verstappen was faster than Norris and Leclerc on several straights during Day 1 testing.
- Regulatory changes for 2026 introduce Boost and Overtake modes affecting energy deployment strategies.
- Analysts caution that actual engine power cannot be confirmed at 100% capacity during testing.
- Hadjar’s Day 2 telemetry showed similar top-speed gaps but with a smaller margin.
- The 2026 energy rules force teams to balance charging and discharging throughout laps.
- Analysts expect teams to evolve energy deployment strategies as the season unfolds.
- Wolff’s comments added to ongoing debate about Red Bull’s power unit performance in 2026.
- The Bahrain tests focus on energy optimisation and its impact on race strategy.
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