While our FP2 times looked encouraging, we know we still have some work to do to convert this into a strong Qualifying position tomorrow.
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We can still find some performance ahead of qualifying and we will do everything to extract the most from our upgrade. Let's see where that will place us tomorrow.
We didn't see any particular issues in terms of tyre wear, with a very low level of surface abrasion.
The FIA convened a meeting in Bahrain today to discuss the current and future Power Unit direction for Formula 1.
We're not in a bad place, as far as Friday's go, but we need to solve the brake issue for Ollie and improve the car a little for FP3 and Qualifying.
Oscar Piastri edges out teammate Lando Norris as the Papaya pair enjoy a 0.5s advantage over nearest rivals, George Russell and Charles Leclerc.
If they are return to the sport it is unlikely that a V10 will be seen on the grid before the end of the decade.
Unrepresentative opening session in Bahrain sees six reserve drivers on duty, as Lando Norris sets the early pace.
Max Verstappen opts for diplomacy as new footage suggests that the McLaren rear wing is still flexing.
Today's press conference with Carlos Sainz, Kimi Antonelli, Jack Doohan, Lance Stroll, Esteban Ocon and Oscar Piastri.
Mohammed ben Sulayem could well find himself arriving late for Sunday's national anthem as George Russell is the latest to turn on the sport's governing body.