It is advantage Max Verstappen after the first day of Formula 1's 2023 pre-season test in Bahrain.
The World Champion clocked the fastest time on the opening day and also racked up an impressive 157 laps.
Verstappen is splitting duties with Sergio Perez today, but will one of them end up quickest on Day 2?
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Day 2 - Wintertest Bahrain
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