F1 '26 Pre-Season Testing Scheduled in Bahrain on This Date

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Get ready, F1 fans—Bahrain will host two pre-season testing sessions in February 2026 ahead of a thrilling new season.

The Formula 1 pre-season testing for the 2026 season will take place in Bahrain in February next year. 

There will be two pre-season testing sessions, which fans will get to attend. The first test is scheduled for February 11 to February 13. The second test is scheduled for February 18 to February 20. Both pre-season testing sessions will take place at the Bahrain International Circuit.

Interested fans can register at bahraingp.com.

The 2026 Bahrain Grand Prix is set to take place from April 10 to 12, since Ramadan will happen from February to March next year. 

The 2026 F1 season will begin with the Australian Grand Prix in Melbourne on March 8. 

The current season sees McLaren topping the team rankings, with Oscar Piastri ranking first and Lando Norris ranking second in the driver standings. 

On Sunday, June 29, Norris won the Austrian Grand Prix, while Piastri came in second. 

If you would love to see your favorite F1 drivers in person, register for the pre-season F1 testing.