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Red Bull’s Tsunoda Crashes, Norris Dominates: Dramatic Saudi GP Practice Ends Abruptly

Harry Stone by Harry Stone
April 18, 2025
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Red Bull’s Tsunoda Crashes, Norris Dominates: Dramatic Saudi GP Practice Ends Abruptly

Formula One F1 - Saudi Arabian Grand Prix - Jeddah Corniche Circuit, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia - April 18, 2025 McLaren's Lando Norris before practice REUTERS/Hamad I Mohammed

In a thrilling turn of events at the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, Lando Norris outshined his McLaren teammate Oscar Piastri to claim the top spot in the second practice session after a dramatic crash involving Yuki Tsunoda brought the session to an abrupt end.

The intensity on the track peaked when Tsunoda’s Red Bull collided with the barriers, causing his suspension to break and sending him spiraling out of control. Despite the chaos, Tsunoda emerged unscathed, but the red flag was raised with less than nine minutes left on the clock, leaving no room to resume the session fully.

Norris seized the opportunity to set the pace with a blistering time of 1m28.267s, securing his spot at the summit of the standings. Piastri followed closely behind, trailing by 0.163s in the sister McLaren, showcasing the team’s strong performance.

Max Verstappen, showing improved form compared to FP1, clinched the third spot, trailing just 0.28s behind Norris in the cooler evening conditions. The track temperature plummeted significantly, adding an extra layer of challenge for the drivers.

The battle continued with Charles Leclerc for Ferrari, who trailed by 0.482s, closely followed by Carlos Sainz in his Williams. The midfield saw a mix of intense competition, with George Russell, Pierre Gasly, and Nico Hulkenberg jostling for positions within the top ten.

The session was not without its share of setbacks, as Lewis Hamilton faced scrutiny for allegedly impeding Alex Albon during a high-speed turn. The drama unfolded as Gabriel Bortoleto was forced to sit out due to a fuel leak issue, adding a twist to the already intense practice session.

As the drivers gear up for the main event, tensions are high, and the competition is fierce. With each team vying for supremacy, the stage is set for a showdown unlike any other at the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix.

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