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Lando Norris topped a sweltering first practice at the Bahrain Grand Prix. FP1 is one of two daytime sessions for the night-time grand prix in Bahrain, and afternoon conditions were particularly se…
Lando Norris topped the sweltering first practice at the Bahrain Grand Prix in FP1, which is one of two daytime sessions for the night-time grand prix in Bahrain. The afternoon conditions were particularly severe, with high air temperatures reaching 95 degrees F and track temperatures soaring as high as 120 degrees on the abrasive surface. Despite the contrast to the cool conditions in February, McLaren emerged as the field leader, with Norris setting the fastest time. His teammate, Oscar Piastri, had the speed to match Norris, but a minor error left him in 10th place. Lewis Hamilton completed the top three in what seemed to be a challenging session for the Ferrari driver, as he struggled with the balance and performance of his car. Additional drivers like Alex Albon, Esteban Ocon, and Nico Hulkenberg also featured in the top positions, showcasing the competitive nature of the first practice session.
