Singapore GP: Lando Norris Takes Charge Ahead of Race Weekend
Singapore GP Highlights
Lando Norris headlined Formula 1's final free practice session ahead of the Singapore GP with a remarkable 0.479-second margin over George Russell. During the end-of-session qualifying simulations, Norris shattered Russell's earlier effort by posting a stunning 1m29.646s on the soft tyres, marking the fastest lap ever recorded at the Marina Bay circuit.
Key Performances and Insights
- Oscar Piastri secured the third spot, almost 0.8 seconds behind his teammate, showcasing a distinctly spread field.
- Mercedes and Red Bull appeared marginally improved throughout FP3 compared to Friday's performance.
- Ferrari experienced a noticeable decline in performance.
Aside from an unexpected monitor lizard visitor, only the Aston Martins ventured onto the circuit in the initial stages, utilizing the free track to test a few sets of tyres. The amusing sight of the lizard prompted a red flag as marshals worked to clear it from the circuit, leading to laughter as the reptile briefly raced a marshal before leaving.
Once the incident was resolved, drivers quickly adapted to the changing grip conditions post-rain, with Piastri setting the first competitive time of 1m32s. Max Verstappen demonstrated improved pace, but it was Norris’ stunning final lap that positioned him as the session leader.
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