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The final day of the 2024 F1 season saw a nine-hour test take place around the Yas Marina Circuit in Abu Dhabi.
Charles Leclerc finished the post-season test at Yas Marina Circuit with the fastest time of 1:23.510, showcasing Ferrari’s strength going into the offseason. Carlos Sainz led the charts earlier in the day during his first outing for Williams, amassing 146 laps during the session. Notable debuts included Esteban Ocon and Nico Hulkenberg driving for Haas and Stake, respectively. New rookies like Gabriel Bortoleto and Jack Doohan also got valuable track time for their teams. The top 10 was filled with fresh faces eager to make their mark in the competitive Formula 1 landscape. Yuki Tsunoda’s debut with Red Bull added to the excitement, as speculation about next year’s driver lineup intensifies. Liam Lawson impressed with the most laps completed, positioning himself well for a potential seat in the future. The test day concluded with Ferrari’s Antonio Fuoco wrapping up the proceedings.
