Friday Practice Highlights from the Spanish GP

The opening day of practice for the Spanish Grand Prix took place at the new Madrid circuit, with drivers facing various challenges. Oscar Piastri finished 7th with a time of 1:34.200, noting the difficulties of adapting to a new track and the importance of tire management.

Lando Norris, who did not set a time due to a gearbox issue, expressed the need to analyze data from the first session to improve in the next practice. Technical Director Mark Temple acknowledged the setback and emphasized the importance of maximizing track time.

In contrast, Kimi Antonelli topped the second session with a time of 1:33.662, enjoying the circuit's high-speed corners. Other notable performances included Charles Leclerc in 2nd and Lewis Hamilton in 3rd. Drivers highlighted the track's unique challenges, including tire degradation and the difficulty of overtaking, as they prepared for qualifying.