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F1 Results Today: Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton give Ferrari perfect start at Australian Grand Prix
At the Australian Grand Prix, all eyes were on the FP1 session as teams finally hit the track after a long winter of speculation and testing.
Contrary to expectations, it was Red Bull and Ferrari who seemed to hold the edge, with Charles Leclerc impressively leading the pack, leaving Mercedes’ George Russell behind.
However, technical gremlins haunted several teams, including Aston Martin and McLaren, causing various issues on track for Alonso, Lindblad, Piastri, and Norris.
The FP1 results revealed a fierce competition with Leclerc, Hamilton, and Verstappen showcasing their potential for the race ahead.
Today, F1 fans can look forward to FP2 in Australia, continuing the excitement of the first weekend of racing in 2026.
