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Leclerc fastest again in United States GP FP2 ahead of Antonelli

Charles Leclerc led second practice for the 2026 United States Grand Prix at the Circuit of The Americas, narrowly ahead of Kimi Antonelli. Max Verstappen was third, with the top three covered by 0.189s.

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October 24, 2026
Leclerc fastest again in United States GP FP2 ahead of Antonelli

Leclerc set the pace for Ferrari in Free Practice 2 at the United States Grand Prix, posting a best lap of 1:35.291 at the Circuit of The Americas. It meant he finished Friday practice on top, having also led the earlier session.

Mercedes driver Kimi Antonelli was second with a 1:35.333, just 0.042s behind Leclerc. Red Bull's Max Verstappen took third on 1:35.480, leaving the top three separated by 0.189s.

Lewis Hamilton was fourth in the second Ferrari, while George Russell completed the top five for Mercedes. Multiple reports also noted that McLaren struggled in the session.

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