P1racenews AI automatic summary:
All the practice results from the 2026 F1 season-opener in Australia
Charles Leclerc led a Ferrari 1-2 with Lewis Hamilton in the first Formula 1 practice session of 2026 at the Australian Grand Prix. Red Bull drivers Max Verstappen and Isack Hadjar followed closely behind.
Racing Bulls rookie Arvid Lindblad impressed with a fifth-place finish, while world champion Lando Norris encountered early gearbox issues. Aston Martin faced challenges on the track, with limited running during the session.
The FP1 standings showed Leclerc topping the timesheets with a lap of 1m20.267s, followed by Hamilton and the rest of the field. The session saw a mix of performances from different teams, setting the stage for an exciting weekend of racing ahead.
