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McLaren Dominates Imola Practice as Piastri Leads the Charge

Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris secure consecutive one-two finishes in practice, with Alpine's Gasly emerging as a surprise contender.

May 4, 2025; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; McLaren driver Oscar Piastri (81) during the F1 Miami Grand Prix at Miami International Autodrome. Mandatory Credit: Peter Casey-Imagn Images/File Photo
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Formula One F1 - Emilia Romagna Grand Prix - Autodromo Enzo e Dino Ferrari, Imola, Italy - May 15, 2025 Alpine's Pierre Gasly ahead of the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix REUTERS/Florion Goga
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Overview

  • Oscar Piastri topped both practice sessions at the Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix, narrowly edging out teammate Lando Norris by 0.032s and 0.025s, respectively.
  • Pierre Gasly delivered an impressive performance for Alpine, finishing third in FP2, while Franco Colapinto made his debut for the team, placing 13th in the session.
  • Ferrari struggled with brake issues, with Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton finishing sixth and 11th in FP2, respectively, despite upgrades for their home race.
  • Red Bull's Max Verstappen voiced frustration over rear balance issues, finishing seventh in FP1 and improving to fifth in FP2, but still off McLaren's pace.
  • Rookie incidents from Gabriel Bortoleto and Isack Hadjar caused red flags in FP1 and FP2, with both drivers escaping unhurt after their respective crashes.