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Mercedes faces catastrophic test failures in Bahrain: Kimi Antonelli’s nightmare unfolds with just three laps

Simon Monroy by Simon Monroy
February 12, 2026
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Mercedes faces catastrophic test failures in Bahrain: Kimi Antonelli’s nightmare unfolds with just three laps

Title: Mercedes Faces Catastrophe at Bahrain Tests: Antonelli's Nightmare Unfolds!

In a shocking turn of events at the Bahrain testing sessions, the renowned Mercedes team finds itself grappling with a series of catastrophic setbacks, plunging its promising start into turmoil! The Brackley-based powerhouse, which arrived at Sakhir with high hopes after a successful outing in Barcelona, is now battling severe reliability issues that have left fans and experts alike in disbelief.

The unfortunate star of this unfolding drama is none other than young racing prodigy Kimi Antonelli, whose experience can only be described as a relentless nightmare. After a mere three laps in three hours, Antonelli’s testing session has turned into a tragic saga of misfortune. Yesterday, the Mercedes team was already hampered by suspension woes, but today the situation has escalated dramatically with alarming failures in the power unit.

Sources on the ground in Bahrain report that the mechanics are furiously working to replace the power unit on car number 12, but there are no guarantees that Antonelli will even have a chance to return to the track before his session ends. The clock is ticking, and the rising star must soon relinquish his seat to George Russell for the afternoon session, adding to the mounting pressure and frustration.

While Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc confidently clocked over 50 laps, Antonelli's dismal tally stands as a stark reminder of Mercedes' struggles. The team, once considered the frontrunner for this season, now faces a critical juncture that could define their campaign ahead. As whispers of deeper issues circulate, the pressure is on for Mercedes to recover swiftly. Will they find a solution before it’s too late, or are they spiraling into a season of despair? The world watches as the drama unfolds in Bahrain, and the stakes have never been higher!

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