Lando Norris Dominates Melbourne Practice as Hamilton Struggles in Ferrari Debut
Lando Norris leads Melbourne practice while Lewis Hamilton faces challenges in his Ferrari debut at the Australian Grand Prix.
Lando Norris set the fastest time in the first practice session at the Australian Grand Prix, showcasing McLaren's early pace. Meanwhile, Lewis Hamilton struggled in his first session with Ferrari, finishing 12th, 0.819 seconds off the pace.
Key Highlights:
- Norris was 0.149 seconds clear of Carlos Sainz, who edged Charles Leclerc by 0.06 seconds.
- Hamilton complained over the radio about difficulties in turning the car at Albert Park.
- Oliver Bearman, the British rookie, crashed heavily at Turn 10 but was unhurt.
Session Incidents:
- Bearman's crash brought out a red flag, halting the session for 10 minutes.
- George Russell lost control of his Williams but avoided damage.
- Oscar Piastri ran wide at Turn Six, bringing gravel onto the circuit.
Track Adjustments:
The wall and kerb at Turn Six have been reworked to prevent accidents like those involving Russell and Alex Albon last year.
Off-Track Developments:
All 10 teams have signed commercial agreements with F1, committing to the sport until 2030.
Upcoming Sessions:
- Qualifying: 14 March, 04:00 GMT
- Race: 16 March, 04:00 GMT
Stay tuned for more updates and live coverage on BBC Sport.
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