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F1 Japanese GP: Verstappen quickest again as Gasly crash ends FP2 early
Max Verstappen set the fastest lap time of 1m30.688s, taking the top spot on the timing boards. He initially secured the top position with a time of 1m31.377s, but was later surpassed by Lando Norris and Charles Leclerc. However, Verstappen reclaimed the lead with an impressive lap time before the long-run simulations began. His time remained unbeaten for the rest of the session. Pierre Gasly crashed towards the end of the session, causing a red flag. George Russell and Fernando Alonso also showed good performance, finishing in the top positions. Esteban Ocon was the best-placed Alpine driver, while Lewis Hamilton had a difficult session.
Source: motorsport