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Lewis Hamilton set the pace in final practice for the Canadian Grand Prix, leading Max Verstappen by nearly 0.4s as teams finally got significant dry running. After the rain-affected two sessions o…
Lewis Hamilton led final practice for the Canadian Grand Prix, with a strong pace ahead of Max Verstappen. The session saw dry running after a rain-affected Friday, but drivers still coped with gusty winds and low-grip on Saturday. Despite challenges, the entire session was on slicks ahead of qualifying. Verstappen faced difficulties and complaints due to track conditions and an ERS issue in FP2. Close calls, red flags, and damaged cars added drama, with Mercedes and Hamilton looking strong. The top ten was tight, with potential for more surprises in qualifying due to impending rain in Montreal.