BWT Racing Point F1 Team and Checo were set for a well-deserved podium in Formula 1’s Bahrain Grand Prix until an MGU-K electrical issue forced a cruel retirement with just three laps to go. The race had promised much with Checo lining up in P5 and Lance in P13 but having the advantage of a free tyre choice. When the race got going again, Checo lined up in P3 with Lance in P11. Lance: “I’m really happy that Romain was able to walk away from that crash as it was a scary one to see happen. “For me, personally, I’m really frustrated by the race. Checo was cruelly denied a podium after an MGU-K issue forced us to park the car with three laps remaining. It makes the fight for third in the championship more difficult, but there are still two races to go, plenty of points available, and we know we have a competitive car.

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