Experience a full onboard lap with Lewis Hamilton behind the wheel of the Ferrari SF-26 during the final day of the first 2026 Formula 1 pre-season test at the Bahrain International Circuit.
The closing day of running in Sakhir marked a crucial moment in Ferrari’s preparation for the new Formula 1 season. With limited track time available under the current testing regulations, every lap completed by Lewis Hamilton carried significant value, both in terms of performance evaluation and data collection. The onboard footage offers fans a rare and detailed perspective of how the SF-26 behaves under real testing conditions.
A closer look at the Ferrari SF-26 on track
From the moment Lewis Hamilton exits the final corner and accelerates onto the main straight, the characteristics of the 2026 car generation are immediately visible. The revised power unit configuration, shaped by the latest hybrid regulations, demands precise throttle modulation and careful energy deployment. The sound profile is also notably different, reflecting the absence of the MGU-H and the greater reliance on electrical assistance from the MGU-K.
With pre-season testing now complete, attention turns to the opening round of the 2026 Formula 1 World Championship. The data gathered in Bahrain will undergo extensive analysis back in Maranello, where engineers will finalize performance updates and strategic plans.
For fans, however, this onboard lap offers more than just technical insight. It provides a thrilling preview of what could lie ahead: Lewis Hamilton pushing the Ferrari SF-26 to its limits as a new Formula 1 era begins.
