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Fernando Alonso set the pace in the second practice session at the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix as a number of drivers experienced near-misses in traffic. The start of the session was delayed by 10 min…
Fernando Alonso led the second practice session at the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix amidst near-misses in traffic. The start of the session was delayed by 10 minutes due to loose drain covers, but it was extended to ensure relevant conditions under the lights. Several incidents, including a close call between Sargeant and Hamilton, made for a chaotic session. Alonso criticized the traffic situation, hinting at it being discussed in the driver briefing. Verstappen finished third, with Hamilton facing challenges and ending up off-track due to power loss. The field was tightly packed, with Bottas being slowest after a spin, while McLaren worked on setup issues.
