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Lando Norris Shines in FP1 at Spanish GP, Leading Verstappen and Hamilton

Lando Norris displayed impressive pace during the first practice session of the Formula 1 Spanish Grand Prix, finishing ahead of Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton. The session served as an important testbed for numerous teams who were keen to showcase their latest upgrades under the sweltering Barcelona sun.

Our Take:

It’s encouraging to see McLaren’s progress as they continue to close the gap to the front-runners. Norris’s performance in FP1 could signal a competitive weekend ahead, especially with the added pressure of newer technical regulations impacting team setups.

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Source: Motorsport.com

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