Overview
- Lando Norris topped FP2 at the Jeddah Corniche Circuit, with McLaren showcasing strong pace and minimal tyre degradation, solidifying its performance lead.
- Ferrari's upgraded floor, introduced in Bahrain to address bottoming-out and plank wear issues, faces a high-speed test in Jeddah, with mixed results so far.
- Yuki Tsunoda caused a red flag in FP2 after crashing into the wall in the final corner, admitting driver error and leaving Red Bull with overnight repairs.
- Max Verstappen voiced concerns over Red Bull's long-run performance, citing tyre degradation as a significant challenge despite improved one-lap pace.
- Lewis Hamilton struggled with consistency and tyre performance in his Ferrari, finishing outside the top 10 in FP2 and acknowledging setup challenges.