F1 Social Stint | Ferrari had succesful Pirelli test

The new Formula 1 season is about to kick off and that means drivers and teams are busy preparing for the first race of this year. GPblog's F1 Social Stint finds out what drivers and teams do around a Grand Prix.

While most teams packed up and headed home after Sunday, Ferrari was allowed a few extra laps at the Bahrain International Circuit. Carlos Sainz and Charles Leclerc were allowed out one last time on Tuesday to test the new 18-inch wheels for Pirelli.

Max Verstappen is a driver for Red Bull Racing, but the Dutchman also dressed up in their clothing to promote the AlphaTauri clothing line. AlphaTauri is the clothing line under the umbrella of Red Bull, and since 2020 it has been the name bearer of the team formerly known as Toro Rosso.

Sergio Perez will be driving for a top team for the first time in 2021, but he will also be using a new engine at Red Bull Racing for the first time. The Mexican has never driven a Honda engine before and has told fans on his Twitter channel that he is looking forward to the experience.