Charles Leclerc Faces Electrical Issue, Misses FP2 Ferrari driver Charles Leclerc encountered an electrical issue that prevented him from participating in FP2. Reports even mentioned flames being seen from his SF-23 car before the session began. Although the team resolved the issue by replacing the necessary parts, Leclerc didn’t disclose further details about the problem. He expressed confidence that the setback would not impact their weekend, aside from the missed track time during FP2.
Alex Albon Surprises with Strong Performance in Practice Williams emerged as the surprise package during Friday’s practice sessions, with Alex Albon securing top-three finishes in both sessions and Logan Sargeant placing in the top five in FP2. Albon expressed surprise at their strong performance, acknowledging that it felt somewhat challenging on the track but recognizing that it appeared even more challenging for their competitors. Williams’ pace will be tested during qualifying, but the team’s upgrades seem to have made a positive impact.
