P1racenews AI automatic summary:
It is the first red flag of pre-season testing mid-way through the morning session on Day 2.
“Pre-season Formula 1 testing on Day 2 faced a red flag due to a broken drain cover at Turn 11, causing a brief halt in the session without any apparent reason initially. The issue stemmed from drivers running wide into Turn 11, dislodging the cover with Charles Leclerc’s Ferrari and subsequently breaking it with Lewis Hamilton’s Mercedes. The session was paused for a track inspection as both Ferrari and Mercedes assessed their cars for potential damage. At the time of suspension, Leclerc led the times with a 1:31.750 lap while Hamilton held the sixth position on the timesheets. For uninterrupted F1 updates, utilize the 2024 F1 calendar for easy integration with your devices.”
