The opening competitive session of the weekend happens on Friday. Fans can follow Sprint Qualifying updates live with GPblog.
Right after FP1, drivers must be prepared, as FP2 is replaced by the Sprint Qualifying event this weekend.
"The first competitive session of the weekend already takes place on Friday. Follow Sprint Qualifying with GPblog here!"
Competitors expressed heightened focus due to the altered schedule, recognizing the importance of every session in shaping weekend outcomes.
The switch to Sprint Qualifying introduces a faster-paced weekend with limited practice time, challenging teams and drivers alike.
Summary: Norris’s pole and Hamilton’s investigation reveal the intensified competition and pressure in a weekend reshaped by Sprint Qualifying format changes.