Charles Leclerc Tops Free Practice Under Scorching Sepang Sun

Charles Leclerc achieved the fastest lap in the second free practice session at the Sepang International Circuit, clocking in at 1:37.528. The session took place under extremely hot conditions, with air temperatures soaring to 38°C and track temperatures hitting 54°C. Isack Hadjar and Lando Norris followed closely behind, finishing second and third respectively, both also using Soft tyres for their best laps.

During the sessions, teams concentrated on race pace and tyre management, gathering data crucial for the upcoming Grand Prix. Max Verstappen led the first practice session with a time of 1:37.520, while George Russell secured second place. Notably, no drivers opted for the Hard compound tyres throughout the day, as teams aimed to optimise their strategies for the race.