The US Grand Prix weekend kicked off with a promising start for Ferrari fans in Austin, Texas.
Carlos Sainz led the way in the first practice session, clocking a 1:33.602 on soft tires, closely followed by Charles Leclerc. Max Verstappen secured the third spot in this sole practice run of the day.
Challenges and Spins:
McLaren had a different strategy, choosing to switch to soft tires later in the session. Lando Norris ended up in fourth place but faced difficulties at Turn 12, where he made mistakes twice. Meanwhile, it wasn’t smooth sailing for Mercedes either. Lewis Hamilton spun at Turn 4 but luckily avoided crashing due to ample space. George Russell also had his share of troubles, making errors at Turn 1 and spinning at that same tricky corner.
Fans might wonder if these early struggles will affect race day performance.
Amidst all this action, the unpredictable nature of racing was evident as drivers navigated challenges on the track. Sometimes it’s not just about speed but also how you handle those unexpected twists and turns.
As we look ahead to more thrilling moments in Austin, what are your thoughts on who will shine brightest?
