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Charles Leclerc claims the top spot in Miami GP practice, narrowly beating Max Verstappen, signaling a potential shake-up in the F1 hierarchy. This session reveals why the championship race could be more unpredictable than ever.
In a rare 90-minute practice, teams quickly hit the track after a lengthy break. Leclerc sets an early benchmark at 1m29.855s, with competitors like Mercedes and McLaren lurking closely behind. As the session progresses, Verstappen showcases his pace on soft tires, clocking in at 1m29.776s. However, Leclerc quickly retaliates, securing P1 with a blistering 1m29.310s, aided by Lando Norris's strategic tow.
Verstappen improves to 1m29.607s but finishes 0.297s behind Leclerc. Oscar Piastri ensures a diverse top three with a solid 1m29.759s for McLaren, while Lewis Hamilton follows closely in fourth. Championship leader Kimi Antonelli faces setbacks, finishing fifth with a 1m30.079s due to a power unit issue that hampers his session.
The session remains largely incident-free, though frustrations arise, particularly for Antonelli and Norris. As teams unveil upgrades, the stage is set for a thrilling weekend at the Miami Grand Prix.
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