The opening race of the 2023 Formula 1 season in Bahrain has left spectators with much to talk about as Red Bull stormed to glory once again - leaving Ferrari, Mercedes, and the rest in the dust.
It was an eye-opening affair for some of the top teams on the grid, with engine failures hampering numerous drivers on the day and an abrasive Bahrain track surface shredding the tyres much quicker than expected.
Red Bull has come out on top and will be looking to hold onto that dominance in their search for a third world title with Verstappen, while McLaren, Ferrari and Mercedes all play catch up and some previously 'midfield' teams raise eyebrows for what could be a major shakeup this season.
