P1racenews AI automatic summary:
It’s not unusual for F1 teams to issue rookie drivers with FP1 outings – in fact, now it is mandatory twice a season. While some prominent names have made their practice debuts before a full-time seat, these names arrived and departed F1 with little noise.
Several Formula 1 teams are required to give two free practice outings per season to rookie drivers, as per the sporting regulations. Some notable drivers who have had this opportunity in the past include Fong, Juncadella, Marciello, Leimer, Celis Jr., and Yamamoto. These drivers participated in practice sessions, but did not make a full-time switch to the sport. Fong drove for Sauber in the 2014 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, while Juncadella had appearances for Force India at the British, Italian, and Brazilian Grands Prix. Marciello had four FP1 outings for Sauber in 2015, and Leimer had one appearance for Manor in 2015. Celis Jr. had multiple outings for Force India in 2016 and 2017, and Yamamoto had a chance to drive for Toro Rosso at his home event in Suzuka in 2019.
