P1racenews AI automatic summary:
After Friday’s weather woes, the drivers were finally able to get in some meaningful running in final practice.
Lewis Hamilton showcased an impressive performance during the final practice session for the Canadian Grand Prix, raising hopes for Mercedes’ strong contention for pole position this season. Hamilton’s lap time of 1:12.549s was nearly four-tenths faster than his closest competitor, Max Verstappen of Red Bull. The Mercedes team, including George Russell, appeared well-prepared with a new front wing, indicating a promising qualifying performance. Despite facing challenges in previous sessions due to weather conditions, all drivers wasted no time hitting the track. Verstappen encountered setbacks with his energy recovery system, prompting investigations and adjustments to the power unit. The session saw multiple drivers facing difficulties on the track, with Pierre Gasly briefly holding the fastest lap before others, including Fernando Alonso and Charles Leclerc, showed competitive pace as the session progressed.
