George Russell demonstrated impressive performance during Free Practice 3 at the Las Vegas Grand Prix, leading the session. Meanwhile, McLaren encountered significant technical challenges right before qualifying.
Session Details and Timing
The practice session began on a drying track, compelling drivers to utilize intermediate tyres initially. As conditions improved, slick tyres became prevalent, allowing lap times to drop significantly.
Top Performers
- George Russell: Session-best time of 1m 34.054s.
- Max Verstappen: Nearly topped timesheets but faced traffic issues.
- Alex Albon and Isack Hadjar: Both showed strong pace, finishing in the top four.
- Lewis Hamilton: Finished fifth overall.
McLaren’s Technical Challenges
McLaren’s weekend took a disappointing turn. Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris faced telemetry and separate technical issues, placing them in 19th and 20th positions, respectively. These setbacks hinder their performance in the crucial practice session.
As the qualifying approaches, teams will need to analyze and address these issues promptly. The Las Vegas Grand Prix promises to be an exciting event with strong contenders lining up on the grid.
