What the teams learned about the Madring after day 1 of running

Formula 1 teams and drivers experienced their first day of practice at the new Madring circuit, revealing various challenges, particularly with tyre management. Tyre graining emerged as a major concern, prompting teams to adjust their setups for the second practice session. Drivers like Pierre Gasly and Oscar Piastri shared their thoughts on the track's demanding nature, with Gasly finishing P11 and Piastri P7 in the respective sessions.

The day saw George Russell leading in FP1 for Mercedes, while Ferrari's Charles Leclerc showed competitive pace in FP2. Teams are focusing on optimizing their setups for the unique characteristics of the Madring, with an emphasis on performance during qualifying. The overall sentiment among drivers is one of cautious optimism as they prepare for the race, acknowledging the need for further adjustments and improvements.