P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Lando Norris drew first blood in the fight for British GP honours this weekend.
Lando Norris set the pace in the British Grand Prix weekend’s first practice session, with McLaren teammate Oscar Piastri encountering hydraulics issues. Norris clocked the fastest lap of 1:27.420s, while Piastri faced a halt due to the problem. Marshals had to assist Piastri back to the pits, with Norris ultimately finishing ahead of Lance Stroll by 0.134s. Piastri’s time was followed by Max Verstappen, who didn’t attempt a soft tire run. The session also saw some tense moments, including Norris narrowly avoiding a collision with Isack Hadjar, prompting a steward investigation. Upgrades were notable during this session, with subtle tweaks on Red Bull’s RB20s and McLaren’s new rear wings for the Silverstone circuit. George Russell initially led the session before Norris took over, showcasing challenging track conditions and occasional driver errors.
