P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Ferrari impressed in the second practice session at Melbourne’s Albert Park but what of Alex Albon who sat out the entire session?
Charles Leclerc dominated the second practice session at the Australian Grand Prix with a comfortable lead. Alex Albon was unable to participate in the session due to a heavy crash in FP1. Leclerc’s impressive lap time of 1:17.277s put him ahead of Max Verstappen by 0.381s, showcasing Ferrari’s strong performance. Verstappen faced challenges with floor damage but managed to close the gap to Leclerc. Aston Martin had a solid session, with Lance Stroll in fourth place and Fernando Alonso in fifth. Williams faced a dilemma with Albon’s car damage, potentially impacting their lineup for the upcoming sessions. Mercedes’ Lewis Hamilton encountered issues and finished 18th, with George Russell in sixth place. Oscar Piastri led McLaren, showing promising performance in the midfield.
