First 2014 Bahrain test in pictures

The second 2014 winter test took place at the Bahrain International Circuit last week, as preparations for the season opener in Australia continued.

© Ferrari

The four-day event was a busy one, with mixed results for the 11 teams who took part. Here is the test in pictures.

For all the statistics and facts from the test, go here: http://bit.ly/1hH8pUL

Reports:

Day 1 - http://bit.ly/1kX7aB0
Day 2 - http://bit.ly/OeduqF
Day 3 - http://bit.ly/1nTbqyE
Day 4 - http://bit.ly/1bwrpCr

© Lotus F1 Team

The Lotus E22 made its public debut on the morning of the first test session in Bahrain, with Romain Grosjean at the wheel.

© Sahara Force India F1 Team

Nico Hulkenberg set the pace on the first day of testing at the Bahrain International Circuit.

© Marussia F1 Team

It was a difficult session for the Marussia team, after Jules Bianchi managed just three laps in the MR03.

© Lotus F1 Team

Following the second day of the second test, Charles Pic was announced as the third driver at Lotus in a post-session photoshoot.

© McLaren Mercedes

Kevin Magnussen was the pace setter on day two, as his running at the test came to a close.

© Williams F1 Team

Valtteri Bottas completed 116 laps in the Mercedes-powered Williams FW36 on day two.

© Mercedes AMG Petronas

Lewis Hamilton lowered the benchmark even further on Friday, setting the fastest lap and managed 67 laps.

© Caterham F1 Team

Marcus Ericsson had a highly productive session for Caterham, completing just under 100 laps.

© Ferrari

Kimi Raikkonen's day four running was cut short ever so slightly after he crashed at turn four just prior to the chequered flag.

© Mercedes AMG Petronas

Mercedes set the pace once again on Saturday, with Nico Rosberg topping the timesheets and setting the quickest time of the test.

© Williams F1 Team

Felipe Nasr was announced as the Williams F1 Team reserve driver on Saturday morning, before taking to the track in the FW36 - his first time driving a Formula 1 car.