Formula 1 is gearing up for a return with a pre-season test at the Bahrain International Circuit.

The first of a three-day test gets underway, with teams hoping to maximise the reduced track time available to them ahead of the new season.

RacingNews365.com will report live from the circuit every day and, below, you can follow the action with our up-to-the-minute live blog and live timing!

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