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Formula 1’s final practice session at the Saudi Arabian GP featured a frantic five-minute qualifying simulation after a hefty Zhou Guanyu crash shortened the running
The final practice session at the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix saw a thrilling five-minute qualifying simulation after Zhou Guanyu’s crash shortened the running. Ollie Bearman stood out during FP3, filling in for Carlos Sainz and setting the 10th-fastest time in his only track time with the Ferrari before qualifying. Despite the interruption caused by Zhou’s accident, Bearman impressed with his quick adaptation to the SF-24, showcasing attention to detail and speed. He showed promise for qualifying and the race, being within a second of the top drivers. Bearman’s performance in FP3 hinted at a strong qualifying showing, potentially setting him up for a successful grand prix debut with Ferrari.