The final day of testing, at Bahrain on Saturday, did nothing to change the impression given in the preceding two days that Red Bull look set to begin 2023 just as strongly as they finished 2022.
Ferrari and Aston Martin looked very evenly matched for pace as the next fastest after Red Bull, with Mercedes trailing just behind them by Saturday.
Unlock exclusive F1 content and more with F1 Unlocked. Totally free.
Membership gets you closer with:
Curated insider content
Live like an F1 insider with exclusive access and VIP experiences
Member benefits, rewards and offers
Next Up
Related Articles
Red Bull and Racing Bulls reveal season launch date 
2026 regulations discussed in latest F1 commission meeting
F1 LAUNCHES: When will the teams reveal their cars for 2026?
Vowles ‘proud’ of Colapinto for earning Alpine 2026 seat
ExclusivePerez on Cadillac comeback after ‘difficult’ Red Bull exit
How F1 ACADEMY’s season has led to a Las Vegas title decider