P1racenews AI automatic summary:
With only one practice session for the USGP, the teams had a lot to get right following the recent autumnal break.
Max Verstappen and Lando Norris were incredibly close in the United States Grand Prix practice session, with Ferrari’s Carlos Sainz and Charles Leclerc leading the way.
Verstappen and Norris were just 0.013s apart in third and fourth, behind Sainz who was 0.021s ahead of Leclerc.
Teams like McLaren and Red Bull were focused on upgrades to their cars, with McLaren aiming to secure their grip on the constructors’ title race.
The resurfaced track in Austin added challenge, with reports of cars bottoming out and experience bumps, especially in Turn 4.
McLaren and Ferrari showcased strong performances in the practice session, hinting at an exciting race weekend ahead.
