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Follow all the action live from FP2 ahead of the 2025 F1 Bahrain Grand Prix!
Lando Norris has an advantage heading into Free Practice 2 for the 2025 Bahrain Grand Prix after leading the way in FP1. His fastest time bested Pierre Gasly and Lewis Hamilton, who had an upgraded Ferrari, but the FP1 times may not be indicative of ultimate performance. The session took place in scorching daylight conditions with track temperatures reaching 50 degrees Celsius, leading to grip struggles for the field, which included six rookie drivers. Drivers like Max Verstappen, Charles Leclerc, and George Russell sat out, giving the rookies a chance to shine, but all will be back for the crucial FP2 session as day turns to night in Sakhir. Stay updated with our live blog and live-timing for all the action in Free Practice 2 in Bahrain!