The Honda Racing F1 Team began its final test before the start of the new Formula One season in Bahrain on Tuesday when test drivers Christian Klien and James Rossiter were given the driving responsibilities ahead of regular drivers Jenson Button and Rubens Barrichello taking over for the final two days here today and tomorrow.

Both Christian and James spent their early runs acclimatising themselves to the track and weather conditions which were warm and sunny but with a strong wind.

Christian then concentrated on an aero evaluation and race start procedures completing a total of 89 laps. James also worked on an aero program completing 78 laps.