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George Russell gave the world a potential indication of just how quick Mercedes can be with a blistering lap to take top spot in FP3 for the Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix.
In FP3 for the Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix, George Russell set a blistering lap to claim the top spot, showcasing the potential speed of the Mercedes team.
The session brought mixed fortunes for the Brackley-based squad, as Kimi Antonelli’s massive crash led to a red flag, while Carlos Sainz faced technical issues early on.
Lewis Hamilton followed Russell in the classification, with Charles Leclerc in third, as Ferrari ended up six tenths behind Mercedes.
Oscar Piastri secured the fourth spot, with Isack Hadjar and Max Verstappen following closely, and Antonelli placed seventh.
Lando Norris, Gabriel Bortoleto, and Fernando Alonso also showed promising performances during the session.
The eventful FP3 session set the stage for an intriguing qualifying session at Albert Park.
