P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Lewis Hamilton ended the second practice session from the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya on top of the timesheets.
Lewis Hamilton’s strong performance has increased Mercedes’ chances for a competitive weekend in Spain. Despite enduring difficulties in the past two years, recent upgrades seem to have improved the team’s pace on the track. Hamilton led the second qualifying session narrowly ahead of Carlos Sainz, showcasing Mercedes’ potential for success. The team’s improved performance was evident with George Russell’s recent pole position and podium finish in Canada. Hamilton praised the car’s performance in hot conditions during Friday practice, highlighting progress made in recent races. With a new, lighter floor on the W15, Hamilton remains optimistic about Mercedes’ ability to compete at the front during the Spanish Grand Prix weekend.
