The checkered flag waves on the Texan circuit after FP1 of the US GP. He is always there in front of everyone Max Verstappen, who recorded the best time during the qualifying tests. Dutch follows Charles Leclerc, having a Ferrari that seems in shape compared to other tracks with similar layout. And who knows, maybe something more might be at stake, at least in qualification. The top 3 closes Lewis Hamilton with a Mercedes which, as expected, can be one mosquito. The Briton, after recording the best first two sectors, found it traffic in the last part, remaining at two and a half tenths by Max. The new fund brought to the USA seems work, and who knows if these aren't already optical tests 2024. The fight for pole, therefore, could be one threesome, if not a four. In fact, the McLaren did not try the red tyre, ending the session in fifteenth e nineteenth position. The other Red Bull from is also good Sergio Perez, which scores the fourth time. The Mexican is called to demonstrate deserve the seat, settled by Daniel Ricciardo which, having returned from injury, is immediate very close to his teammate.
Few races, but the updates also continue during the FP1 of the US GP
In addition to Mercedes, other teams have brought updates. Most of these are modifications minor, mainly projected towards next season. For example Aston Martin modified the background sidewalk, while Alpha Tauri brought changes to chassis and underbody, to increase the front downforce. On the other hand, those who show excellent performance after the updates are there Haas. Günther Steiner's team has in fact brought a complete review of the fund, along with a change to the engine hood to make the most of the Ferrari PU cooling system. All this was seen in this session, with Kevin Magnussen e Nico Hulkenberg respectively in farm e nona position. So who knows, they might not be able to play each other access to Q3. The appointment moves to qualification in program at 23.00.
Article by Francesco Orlando
