Verstappen Dominates Canadian GP Practice as Leclerc Crashes Out

Max Verstappen leads Canadian GP practice after Charles Leclerc crashes, setting the stage for an intense race weekend.

Max Verstappen showcased his dominance in the first practice session of the Canadian Grand Prix, setting the fastest lap time after Ferrari's Charles Leclerc crashed out. Leclerc misjudged Turn Three, locking his brakes and hitting the barrier, which ended his session prematurely.

Session Highlights:

  • Verstappen's Performance: The Red Bull driver was 0.039 seconds faster than Williams' Alex Albon and 0.082 seconds ahead of Carlos Sainz.
  • Leclerc's Crash: Leclerc locked his brakes entering the chicane, leading to a collision with the barrier. He apologized to his team, acknowledging his mistake.
  • Track Conditions: The Circuit Gilles Villeneuve was notably slippery and dirty, affecting several drivers' performances.

Other Notable Performances:

  • Mercedes' George Russell secured the fourth fastest time, followed by Ferrari's Lewis Hamilton and Racing Bulls' Isack Hadjar.
  • McLaren's Struggles: Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri faced challenges, finishing 12th and 14th respectively. McLaren tested a new front wing and suspension aimed at improving car handling.

Top 10 Drivers:

  1. Max Verstappen (Red Bull)
  2. Alex Albon (Williams)
  3. Carlos Sainz (Ferrari)
  4. George Russell (Mercedes)
  5. Lewis Hamilton (Ferrari)
  6. Isack Hadjar (Racing Bulls)
  7. Lando Norris (McLaren)
  8. Liam Lawson (Racing Bulls)
  9. Pierre Gasly (Alpine)
  10. Charles Leclerc (Ferrari)

Looking Ahead: The Canadian Grand Prix promises to be an exciting event with Verstappen in top form and several teams making strategic adjustments. The race weekend will continue with further practice sessions and qualifying, leading up to the main event on Sunday.

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