Formula 1 Pre-Season Testing

A new era of Formula 1 begins in Bahrain as the sport unveils its 2026 generation of cars at Bahrain International Circuit. From 11 to 20 February, Sakhir will host six days of official pre-season testing, offering the first on-track look at the championship’s technical transformation.

The session will also mark the highly anticipated debut of the grid’s 11th entrant, Cadillac Formula 1 Team, as the team takes its first competitive laps in the desert.

Fans can experience the action firsthand across four public access days, gaining rare insight into how teams prepare for the season ahead.

Early Bird Offer: Those who secured tickets to the Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix before 8 September 2025 are entitled to complimentary access to both public days of the second testing session on 19 and 20 February.

It is a unique opportunity to witness the future of Formula 1 as the next chapter of motorsport history begins on track in Bahrain.