P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Kimi Antonelli led a Mercedes 1-2 amid three red flags in the sole practice session at the Canadian Grand Prix
In the practice session at the Canadian Grand Prix, Kimi Antonelli, the Formula 1 championship leader, led a Mercedes 1-2 despite three red flags. Mercedes showcased their first major upgrade of 2026 with impressive pace, setting the stage for sprint qualifying on Friday. Antonelli and George Russell battled for the top spot, with Antonelli ultimately setting the fastest time. The session was marked by multiple stoppages, including Liam Lawson’s power steering issues and Alex Albon’s collision with a groundhog. Esteban Ocon and Franco Colapinto also faced setbacks, with Colapinto losing his entire session to a power unit issue. Fernando Alonso’s surprise 10th place finish for Aston Martin added an unexpected twist to the session results.
