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EazyPay in Bahrain becomes the first to adopt Mastercard Receivables Manager, a solution that automates virtual card receivables for merchants, improving efficiency, cash flow, and operational processes, with Mastercard expanding the global availability of this technology to enhance B2B payments.
Bahrain announced over $17 billion in US investment deals during a meeting with President Trump, including aircraft purchases and investments in energy and technology sectors, highlighting strengthened economic and security ties between the two nations.
Red Bull Racing boss Christian Horner and Geri Halliwell arrived at the F1 race in Bahrain holding hands amid a sexting scandal involving Horner and a female employee. Text and photo messages allegedly leaked, but Horner denied the allegations. Despite concerns about their marriage, the couple appeared together at the event. Red Bull's star driver Max Verstappen supported Horner, emphasizing his focus on performance.
Ferrari drivers Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz express surprise at Mercedes' pace during the opening day of competitive running in Bahrain, with Lewis Hamilton leading a shock Mercedes one-two in Free Practice 2. Despite the surprise, Leclerc remains confident in Ferrari's performance and expects them to be competitive this weekend, noting that the team is in a better position compared to last year.
Red Bull F1 team principal Christian Horner has been cleared of inappropriate behavior after an external investigation into allegations made by a female employee. The team's parent company confirmed the dismissal of the grievance and expressed confidence in the fairness and impartiality of the investigation. Horner will continue in his role as team principal as the F1 season kicks off in Bahrain, with support from key figures in the sport including driver Max Verstappen and seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton.
Red Bull clears Formula One team principal Christian Horner after an investigation into allegations, allowing him to continue in his role ahead of the 2024 season opener in Bahrain. The complaint has been dismissed, and Red Bull expressed confidence in the fairness and impartiality of the investigation. Horner, who has led the team since 2005, denied the allegations and has been preparing for the new season, where Red Bull and driver Max Verstappen are seen as favorites. The specifics of the allegations and the identity of the complainant have not been independently confirmed.
A new DNA study of ancient Eastern Arabians, specifically individuals from Tylos-period Bahrain, has revealed the presence of the malaria-protective G6PD Mediterranean mutation in their genetic makeup, suggesting an adaptation to malaria following the onset of agriculture in the region around five thousand years ago. The study, which provides unprecedented insights into human history and disease progression in the region, also sheds light on the genetic ancestry of the pre-Islamic inhabitants of Bahrain and their interactions with neighboring regions.
The 2024 Formula 1 testing in Bahrain has provided insights into the upcoming season, with Carlos Sainz setting the fastest time for Ferrari on Thursday, followed by Charles Leclerc on Friday. Haas completed the most laps as a team, while Kevin Magnussen completed the most laps as a driver. The testing results offer a glimpse into the potential pecking order for the upcoming F1 season.
Carlos Sainz Jr. set the fastest time in the Bahrain pre-season testing for Ferrari, but used a tire that won't be available for the season-opening race. Haas recorded the most laps, with Kevin Magnussen logging the most mileage, while Williams fell just short of the 300 lap mark. Mercedes topped the engine stats, and the testing results saw Ferrari, Mercedes, and Red Bull among the top teams.
Teams used the last chance to test new parts and run aerodynamic tests ahead of the Bahrain Grand Prix, with Mercedes, Red Bull Racing, and Ferrari showcasing various technical details such as brake arrangements, cooling gills, front wing adjustments, and suspension setups during the pre-season testing.
Charles Leclerc topped the timesheets on the final day of pre-season testing in Bahrain, with George Russell in second place. The day saw a different format due to a red flag incident and no lunch break. Max Verstappen and Yuki Tsunoda also had strong showings, while Alex Albon completed the most laps. The teams will now analyze the data ahead of the season-opening Bahrain Grand Prix.
Ferrari's Charles Leclerc set the fastest time on the final day of F1 testing in Bahrain, with Russell and Zhou Guanyu following closely. The morning session was disrupted by a loose drain cover, causing a halt in testing. Carlos Sainz set the pace in the morning session, while Leclerc's fastest time on the C4 tire was 0.433s faster than Max Verstappen's best time.
Charles Leclerc topped the timesheets on the final day of the 2024 Bahrain F1 test, with George Russell in second place. The test was interrupted by a broken drain cover, and Leclerc's fastest time came on the softer C4 compound. Yuki Tsunoda and Alex Albon also impressed, while Lewis Hamilton finished 12th after running 49 laps in the morning. The 2024 season kicks off with the Bahrain Grand Prix next week.
Carlos Sainz set the fastest time during the 2024 Bahrain F1 test, with Sergio Perez in second place. The final day of testing was disrupted when a drain cover came loose, causing a halt in the session for repairs. Despite the delay, most teams were able to resume testing, with McLaren and Sauber facing some limitations. Lewis Hamilton took third place, while Lance Stroll and Lando Norris followed in fourth and fifth places respectively. The pre-season testing concludes today.
Loose drain covers at Bahrain's Sakhir International Circuit have caused interruptions during F1 testing due to the strain from the new ground-effect cars. To address this issue ahead of the 2024 race, circuit contractors plan to fill in drains with concrete to prevent cover lifting, with alternative solutions also being considered by the FIA. The concern over drain issues impacting the upcoming race has prompted these measures, as the championship aims to avoid disruptions similar to those experienced in Las Vegas.