Singapore GP: Friday Practice - Full Results
The Singapore Grand Prix is back, and the streets of Marina Bay are once again buzzing with the excitement of Formula 1. The first day of practice delivered thrills and spills, as drivers navigated the tight, demanding circuit in the sweltering heat.
Here's a breakdown of the full results from both practice sessions:
FP1
Top 10:
- Sergio Perez (Red Bull): 1:43.505
- Max Verstappen (Red Bull): 1:43.685
- Lewis Hamilton (Mercedes): 1:43.820
- Fernando Alonso (Aston Martin): 1:44.078
- Charles Leclerc (Ferrari): 1:44.160
- George Russell (Mercedes): 1:44.243
- Lando Norris (McLaren): 1:44.319
- Esteban Ocon (Alpine): 1:44.365
- Pierre Gasly (AlphaTauri): 1:44.637
- Valtteri Bottas (Alfa Romeo): 1:44.670
Key Takeaways:
- Red Bull strong start: Perez and Verstappen dominated the session, showcasing their car's speed and reliability.
- Mercedes improvement: Hamilton and Russell found a good pace, suggesting they are closer to the front than they have been in recent races.
- Alpine and Ferrari promising: Alonso and Leclerc had solid sessions, indicating strong performances from their respective teams.
- Track conditions: The high track temperatures made it difficult for drivers to find optimal set-ups.
FP2
Top 10:
- Max Verstappen (Red Bull): 1:42.225
- Lewis Hamilton (Mercedes): 1:42.395
- Sergio Perez (Red Bull): 1:42.570
- Charles Leclerc (Ferrari): 1:42.767
- George Russell (Mercedes): 1:42.782
- Fernando Alonso (Aston Martin): 1:42.920
- Lando Norris (McLaren): 1:42.983
- Carlos Sainz (Ferrari): 1:43.075
- Esteban Ocon (Alpine): 1:43.209
- Oscar Piastri (McLaren): 1:43.310
Key Takeaways:
- Verstappen steps up: The reigning champion upped his pace to secure the fastest time in FP2, setting a clear benchmark for the weekend.
- Mercedes pushing hard: Hamilton and Russell continued their impressive form, proving to be a serious threat to Red Bull's dominance.
- Ferrari looking competitive: Leclerc and Sainz looked strong, but with their car's tendency to overheat in the Singapore heat, they will have work to do overnight.
- Alpine struggling: Ocon's pace dropped significantly in FP2, indicating potential issues for the team.
Looking Ahead:
Saturday's qualifying session promises to be a tight fight for pole position. With Mercedes closing the gap on Red Bull and Ferrari looking competitive, we can expect a thrilling battle for grid positions.
Stay tuned for updates as the Singapore Grand Prix weekend unfolds!
