P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Mercedes appear to have suggested their Canadian GP performance was not a one-off.
Lewis Hamilton and Mercedes showed strong performance during Friday practice for the Spanish Grand Prix, hinting at their competitiveness for the weekend. Despite a stream of updates on the car, Mercedes struggled initially but surged back with George Russell’s pole position in Canada. However, Russell’s performance faltered in the race, finishing third behind Max Verstappen and Lando Norris. Hamilton reclaimed his dominance with the fastest time in Friday practice, closely followed by Carlos Sainz and Norris. Ferrari’s upgrades seemed promising, especially with Sainz’s performance, while Charles Leclerc faced challenges. With high track temperatures, Norris and Russell showcased strong performances, setting the stage for an intense race weekend.
