Antonelli romps opening practice ahead of Russell
Kimi Antonelli led the opening practice session ahead of the Canadian Grand Prix, setting a fast lap time of 1:13.402. He outpaced his Mercedes teammate George Russell by 0.142 seconds in a session marked by multiple red flags. Notable incidents included crashes involving Alex Albon and Esteban Ocon, which interrupted the practice.
- ▪Kimi Antonelli set the fastest lap in the opening practice session at the Canadian Grand Prix.
- ▪He finished ahead of his Mercedes teammate George Russell by 0.142 seconds.
- ▪The session was interrupted by three red flags due to various incidents on track.
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