Russell fastest as Mercedes leads FP1 at Madrid’s new Madring
George Russell set the pace in first practice for the 2026 Spanish Grand Prix at the new Madring circuit, with Mercedes finishing first and second. The session also featured several incidents involving Lewis Hamilton impeding other drivers.
George Russell was quickest in Free Practice 1 for the 2026 Spanish Grand Prix, topping the times in Formula 1’s first session at the new Madring track in Madrid. Mercedes ended the session with a one-two result.
The new circuit was busy from the outset, with 20 of the 22 cars on track within the first 100 seconds of the session. Nico Hulkenberg and Franco Colapinto joined later than the rest.
Hamilton was involved in several incidents during the session, with reports stating he impeded multiple drivers. The repeated moments drew attention across FP1 as the field completed its first running at the new venue.
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