Overview

• Max Verstappen's dominant victory in Bahrain signals a strong start for Red Bull, but Mercedes and Ferrari show potential for competition.
• Ferrari's Carlos Sainz managed to stay relatively close to Red Bull's Sergio Pérez, indicating improved performance from last season.
• Mercedes faced cooling issues in Bahrain, masking their true pace, but remain optimistic about their car's potential.
• Despite Red Bull's early lead, Mercedes and Ferrari are hopeful for a more competitive F1 season.
• F1's global popularity could be at risk if the season becomes too predictable with Red Bull's dominance.