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George Russell Shines, Sets Fastest Lap in Austrian GP FP1 as Alex Dunne Impresses

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June 27, 2025
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George Russell Shines, Sets Fastest Lap in Austrian GP FP1 as Alex Dunne Impresses

In a thunderous display of skill and speed, George Russell dominated the first free practice session for the Austrian GP, leaving his rivals in the dust at the Red Bull Ring. Fresh off his triumph at the Formula 1 Canadian Grand Prix, Russell showed no signs of slowing down as he clocked a blistering lap time of 1m05.542s in his Mercedes, outpacing the competition including the likes of Max Verstappen.

The session was not only about Russell’s stellar performance but also about the emergence of a new talent in the form of young Irishman Alex Dunne. Making his debut in an F1 FP1 session, Dunne, who currently leads the F2 driver standings, turned heads by finishing an impressive fourth, just behind world championship leader Oscar Piastri. Dunne’s exhilarating performance left fans and experts alike eager to see more from the promising rookie.

However, the session was not without its share of drama and setbacks. Lewis Hamilton faced challenges due to a gearbox issue, relegating him to ninth place overall. Meanwhile, Fernando Alonso found himself spinning out at the final corner in his Aston Martin, highlighting the treacherous nature of the Red Bull Ring circuit.

As the session unfolded, familiar names like Lando Norris, Pierre Gasly, and Carlos Sainz jostled for positions in the midfield, setting the stage for a fiercely competitive race weekend ahead. With surprises, disappointments, and moments of brilliance, the first free practice session in Austria laid the groundwork for an electrifying Grand Prix showdown.

Stay tuned as the drivers gear up for more intense action on the track, with qualifying and the race itself promising to deliver thrills, spills, and plenty of adrenaline-fueled excitement.

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