P1racenews AI automatic summary:
After losing time in second practice on Friday, Lando Norris found form and rhythm in the final hour-long session.
Lando Norris finished a comfortable quarter of a second clear of a trio of drivers, including Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton, in the drivers’ championship standings at the Baku Street Circuit. Despite breaking his car’s suspension during practice, Norris set the quickest time of the weekend so far with a lap of 1:41.223s, showcasing his potential for qualifying.
The strong wind conditions added an extra challenge for the drivers during the session, with all teams focusing on tire management for the qualifying laps. Norris, after missing key runs, made a strong comeback in the session and proved he will be a strong contender for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix pole position.
As the session progressed, times started to drop with Piastri, Leclerc, and Verstappen showing strong performances. Verstappen eventually took the lead with a time of 1:41.727s, closely followed by Alex Albon and Norris. Despite a brush with a barrier, Leclerc was competitive throughout the session.
Overall, the session highlighted the intense competition among the drivers and set the stage for an exciting qualifying session and race at the Baku Street Circuit.
