After struggling with setup issues through Australian Grand Prix practice, Max Verstappen was surprised by his Red Bull car's performance on Saturday as the Formula One defending champion took third place in qualifying for the season-opening race.

Red Bull Racing senior advisor Helmut Marko has issued a strong warning to his team, suggesting that Max Verstappen could part ways if he isn't given a powerful car capable of winning races. Following a dominant 2023 season,

Verstappen’s teammate last year, Sergio Pérez, has been replaced by Liam Lawson this season, with the New Zealand driver set to make his full-time F1 debut in 2025. In the drizzly conditions in Bahrain, Lawson said he was fighting “a few teething gremlins” with his car as he sought to adjust to life alongside Verstappen.

Seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton racing a Ferrari for the first time. Reigning world champion Max Verstappen arriving without a lot of mileage in his Red Bull. Lando Norris helping McLaren set a benchmark with his pace in testing.

Lewis Hamilton has provided his thoughts on how he has adapted to driving the Ferrari SF-25 after his first two practice sessions with the team at the Australian Grand Prix