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via f1chronicle.comKimi Antonelli and Lando Norris Battle for Lead at MadringKimi Antonelli and Lando Norris are competing closely for the lead at the Madring circuit in Spain. Antonelli has shown strong performance, topping the timesheets during qualifying.
via f1oversteer.comAlex Albon admits Carlos Sainz has ‘surprised’ him with one ‘impressive’ quality at WilliamsAlex Albon has expressed admiration for his teammate Carlos Sainz, highlighting Sainz's technical understanding and impressive work ethic. Albon believes that Sainz's experience and intelligence are beneficial for their team, especially given their current challenges in the 2026 season.
Despite a tough season for both drivers, Sainz remains committed to Williams and aims to help the team grow. With only 11 points scored this season, Sainz's contributions are crucial as they head into the upcoming Madrid Grand Prix.
Fri 11 Sep · 19:00 UTC
via f1oversteer.comLando Norris Outperforming Oscar Piastri in 2026 SeasonRalf Schumacher and Juan Pablo Montoya have commented on Lando Norris's performance relative to teammate Oscar Piastri at McLaren in 2026. Both analysts suggest that Norris's skills are highlighting Piastri's struggles in comparison.Fri 11 Sep · 18:00 UTC
via espn.comKimi Antonelli Tops FP2 at Spanish Grand Prix in MadridKimi Antonelli recorded the fastest time in the second practice session for the Spanish Grand Prix at the Madring. He outpaced notable competitors including Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc, following a red flag incident caused by Arvid Lindblad.
Fri 11 Sep · 17:08 UTC
via RacingNews365Concerns Raised Over Safety at New Spanish Grand Prix CircuitAs the inaugural Spanish Grand Prix approaches, safety concerns have emerged regarding the new Madring circuit. Drivers and teams, including Alex Albon, have expressed worries about potential incidents, particularly related to the banked corner known as La Monumental.
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via Formula1.comAntonelli sets the pace ahead of Leclerc during Madring FP2During the second practice session for the 2026 Spanish Grand Prix, Kimi Antonelli emerged as the fastest driver, clocking a time of 1m 33.662s. He outpaced Ferrari's Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton, who finished second and third respectively. The session was interrupted when Arvid Lindblad crashed, which prevented any further improvements to the timesheets after Antonelli's initial lap.
The practice session saw various challenges for drivers, including Fernando Alonso's clutch issue that kept him from participating at the start. Despite the difficulties, the session provided valuable insights for teams as they prepared for the upcoming qualifying rounds. The next practice session is scheduled for September 12 at 12:30 local time.
Fri 11 Sep · 16:23 UTC
via the-race.comKimi Antonelli and Max Verstappen Shine in Madring PracticesThe first day of Formula 1 practice at Madring featured notable performances from Kimi Antonelli and Max Verstappen. Antonelli topped the times in the second session, while Verstappen led the first practice.
Fri 11 Sep · 16:12 UTC
via racer.comKimi Antonelli Leads Final Practice at Spanish Grand PrixKimi Antonelli secured the fastest time in the final practice session for the Spanish Grand Prix. The session was marked by a red flag due to a crash involving Arvid Lindblad.
via RaceFansKimi Antonelli Leads Practice at Spanish Grand Prix Amid CrashesKimi Antonelli secured the fastest time in the second practice session at the Spanish Grand Prix, showcasing Mercedes' strong performance. Meanwhile, Arvid Lindblad experienced a crash that resulted in the first red flag of the weekend at the new Madring circuit.
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via Motorsport WeekKimi Antonelli Tops Free Practice 2 at Spanish Grand PrixKimi Antonelli recorded the fastest time in Free Practice 2 for the Spanish Grand Prix at the Madring. He finished ahead of notable competitors Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton during the session.
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via Motorsport.comBrundle and Montoya Praise New Madring Circuit After DebutPundits Martin Brundle and Juan Pablo Montoya have expressed their admiration for the newly debuted Madring circuit following the Spanish Grand Prix. Montoya highlighted it as the first track of the 2026 season that excites him to return to racing.
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via RacingNews365Kimi Antonelli Leads FP2 at Madring for Spanish Grand PrixKimi Antonelli topped the second practice session at the Madring circuit for the Spanish Grand Prix. His performance outpaced notable competitors including Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc.
via PlanetF1Kimi Antonelli Leads After Challenging FP2 at Spanish Grand PrixKimi Antonelli recorded the fastest time in the second practice session for the Spanish Grand Prix at Madring. The session took place under hot conditions, with notable performances from other drivers including Ferrari's Charles Leclerc.
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via CrashLewis Hamilton Criticized for Driving Behavior in Madrid PracticeLewis Hamilton faced criticism from multiple Formula 1 rivals during the opening practice session at the new Madring circuit. Several drivers accused him of unsportsmanlike conduct and creating dangerous situations on the track.
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via PlanetF1Martin Brundle held FIA stewards talks after Rosberg disagreementMartin Brundle and Nico Rosberg had a debate regarding the incident between Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc during the Italian Grand Prix. Brundle checked with the FIA stewards, who decided not to take any action, leading to a light-hearted disagreement between the two commentators about who was at fault in the incident.
Brundle stood firm on his opinion that both drivers contributed to the clash, while Rosberg believed Leclerc was entirely at fault. Despite their differing views, both commentators acknowledged the complexities of racing incidents, especially during the first lap of a Grand Prix.Fri 11 Sep · 14:33 UTC
via PlanetF1FIA Initiates Investigations Following Spanish Grand Prix QualifyingThe FIA has launched investigations into multiple drivers after the Spanish Grand Prix qualifying session. George Russell, Kimi Antonelli, and Carlos Sainz are among those required to meet with the stewards regarding their actions during the event.+ 1 moreFri 11 Sep · 13:42 UTC
via F1iDrivers Share Impressions After First Practice in SpainFormula 1 teams and drivers provided feedback following the initial practice session for the 2026 Spanish Grand Prix. The session took place at the newly introduced Madring track in Madrid.
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via the-race.comGeorge Russell Tops Practice Session at Madring in SpainGeorge Russell led the second practice session at the Madring circuit in Spain. He was followed closely by his Mercedes teammate Kimi Antonelli.+ 1 moreFri 11 Sep · 12:55 UTC
via CrashAndrea Kimi Antonelli Tops Final Practice at Spanish Grand PrixAndrea Kimi Antonelli recorded the fastest time in the final practice session for the 2026 Spanish Grand Prix. He finished 0.166 seconds ahead of Charles Leclerc, while George Russell placed further down the order.+ 3 moreFri 11 Sep · 12:40 UTC
via CrashGeorge Russell Leads Mercedes in First Practice at MadringGeorge Russell recorded the fastest time in the inaugural practice session at the new Madring circuit in Madrid. His teammate Lewis Hamilton faced challenges during the session, causing frustration among other drivers.+ 2 moreFri 11 Sep · 12:39 UTCPage 4 of 28