F1 Brazil GP: Lando Norris Leads McLaren 1-2 in FP1
Lando Norris outpaced his McLaren teammate and Formula 1 title rival Oscar Piastri during the only practice session before the Brazil Grand Prix sprint qualifying. This session set the stage for the upcoming intense competition.
Practice Session Highlights
- Norris secured the fastest time in FP1, narrowly ahead of Piastri, demonstrating McLaren's strong pace.
- Oscar Piastri placed second, showing promising form as a contender for both the race weekend and the championship.
- Max Verstappen ranked sixth after the first practice, indicating some challenges ahead.
Weather Impact on Sprint Qualifying
The Brazil GP sprint and qualifying sessions are anticipated to face disruptions due to storms and heavy rain, which could affect strategies and outcomes.
Max Verstappen described the Brazil F1 sprint qualifying as "rubbish."
Carlos Sainz criticized the sprint qualifying, calling his SQ1 exit the "worst execution I have seen in my life."
Additional Notes
- Lando Norris captured the sprint race pole, while Oscar Piastri was third.
- Max Verstappen’s position in the sprint qualifying session was sixth.
- Live commentary and updates from the Brazil GP highlight Norris’s strong performance.
- There are reports of KTM running out of time to keep rider Acosta.
Author's summary: Lando Norris led a strong McLaren showing in FP1 ahead of a Brazil GP weekend expected to challenge drivers with stormy weather and intense sprint qualifying battles.