Canadian Grand Prix: FP2 Report
In a dynamic second practice session at the Canadian Grand Prix, George Russell of Mercedes secured the top time, clocking in at 1:14.065. His performance indicates strong pace ahead of the qualifying rounds.
However, the session was marred by a significant incident involving Lance Stroll. The Canadian driver crashed into the barriers, bringing out the red flag and halting track activity for a brief period. Stroll’s car emerged largely unscathed, with the team’s mechanics expected to assess any damage as they prepare for the remainder of the weekend.
Key competitors, including Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc, displayed competitive times, with Hamilton finishing the session in a respectable third. Ferrari’s Leclerc managed to secure fourth, setting the stage for a competitive qualifying session.
The session demonstrated varied tire strategies across teams, with teams experimenting with soft and medium compounds as the weekend unfolds. With numerous teams pushing the limits, the stakes are high for Saturday’s qualifying.
As the teams regroup, all eyes will be on qualifying to see if Russell can maintain his leading pace, and how Stroll will respond after his untimely crash.
