11:40
Hamilton lowers the benchmark
A 1m13.865s to extend his advantage over Verstappen to 0.372s.
Lewis Hamilton (GBR) Mercedes AMG F1 W15. Formula 1 World Championship, Rd…
2024 F1 Spanish Grand Prix - Qualifying - As it happened
A recap of what happened in F1 qualifying for the Spanish Grand Prix.
22 Jun 2024
11:38
Verstappen's first time on the board
He slots into second with a 1m14.237s, less than a tenth off Hamilton. The Dutchman is running on the mediums though, not the softs like Hamilton.
11:33
Only Hamilton is on track
His first lap time is a 1m14.178s on the softs.
11:30
FP3 is underway
The final practice session ahead of qualifying is now underway in Barcelona.
11:26
Update from McLaren
"This morning we evacuated our Team Hub paddock hospitality unit following a fire alert, the team has been safely evacuated while the local fire brigade handle the issue."
11:26
Worrying scenes at McLaren
11:19
Arriving into the track
(L to R): George Russell (GBR) Mercedes AMG F1 with team mate Lewis…
11:08
The story so far
- Hamilton on top in FP2 but only a tenth between three different teams
- Red Bull and McLaren impressive on the race runs
- Perez struggling again as he set the 13th-fastest time in second practice
- A horrid day for Aston Martin and Williams; Sauber more competitive than in recent rounds
11:06
How can you watch the action?
Sergio Perez (MEX) Red Bull Racing RB20. Formula 1 World Championship, Rd…
10:59
Welcome
Good morning everyone and welcome back to the Crash.net F1 live blog for final practice in Barcelona.
The action kicks off at 11:30am and we will be bringing you all of the live updates from Barcelona.
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