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Nine F1 drivers took to the track for the first time this weekend in Friday’s second practice session, having been replaced by rookies for FP1 at the…
Nine F1 drivers participated in Friday’s second practice session for the first time this weekend, with Max Verstappen setting the best time in his updated Red Bull car, paving the way for Saturday’s qualifying. While Lando Norris secured fourth fastest time, championship leader Oscar Piastri struggled and only managed 12th place, intensifying the title battle.
Charles Leclerc continued to impress with the second fastest time in FP2, indicating a strong performance for the upcoming race. The reigning F1 world champion is Max Verstappen, who clinched his fourth drivers’ championship last year. Practice will resume in Mexico with FP3 on Saturday, October 25, before the race on Sunday.
