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Red Bull suffers shocking setback at Bahrain testing: hydraulic leak halts Day Two action

Carl Harrison by Carl Harrison
February 12, 2026
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Red Bull suffers shocking setback at Bahrain testing: hydraulic leak halts Day Two action

Red Bull's Pre-Season Testing Nightmare: A Shocking Delay in Bahrain!

In a dramatic twist to the Bahrain Grand Prix pre-season testing saga, Red Bull Racing is left in the dust as they miss the crucial start of Day Two's action! The highly anticipated testing session kicked off on Thursday, but fans were left reeling as the Red Bull RB22 remained shrouded behind screens, leaving driver Isack Hadjar anxiously waiting in the wings.

Reports indicate that Red Bull encountered a “routine issue” during the car build the previous night, resulting in a significant setback. According to insiders, the team is grappling with a hydraulic leak on the chassis side, which has forced them to remain off the track for at least the first two hours of the day. The urgency of the situation has put Red Bull's testing plans in jeopardy, as they scramble to resolve this mechanical hiccup.

Max Verstappen's stellar performance on Day One has set the bar high, with the reigning champion clocking an impressive 136 laps—nearly two-and-a-half race distances—at the Sakhir circuit. Verstappen finished the day just 0.129 seconds shy of pace-setter Lando Norris, who dazzled everyone with a blistering time of 1:34.669. “We had a good day, we got in a lot of laps and tested different programmes,” Verstappen remarked, showcasing his determination and focus despite the looming challenges.

As Hadjar steps in for the beleaguered Verstappen on Day Two, the pressure is on him to navigate this testing ordeal. Verstappen continued, emphasizing the unique challenges that come with Red Bull Ford Powertrains being a fresh entrant in the arena: “This might be more straightforward for a Power Unit manufacturer who has been in the game a long time, but when you are new, you need to test it all.”

With every team on different testing regimens, Red Bull is not chasing lap times but rather diving deep into understanding the nuances of their car and tyres. “It is a completely different track compared to Barcelona, so it is good to have that comparison,” Verstappen added, highlighting the importance of adaptability in this critical phase.

As the clock continues to tick, fans and analysts alike are left wondering: Can Red Bull recover from this unexpected setback and regain momentum in their quest for F1 supremacy? Stay tuned as we bring you live updates from Bahrain testing, ensuring you don’t miss a beat in this thrilling motorsport drama!

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