Abu Dhabi: Fuoco in VT1 voor Ferrari
Ferrari had a strong start to the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix weekend, with Robert Shwartzman topping the first practice session (VT1) for the Scuderia. The young Russian driver, who is part of the Ferrari Driver Academy, set the fastest time with a 1:25.910, ahead of his teammate Mick Schumacher who finished in third place.
The session was held under sunny skies and with temperatures in the low 20s Celsius, providing ideal conditions for the drivers to test their cars. However, the session was not without its interruptions, as several red flags were thrown for various incidents, including a spin by Sebastian Vettel and a crash by Nicholas Latifi.
Fuoco's performance in VT1 is a promising sign for Ferrari, as the team is looking to end the season on a high note. Ferrari is currently third in the Constructors' Championship, behind Red Bull and Mercedes, and will be aiming to secure the position in the final race of the season.
Shwartzman was particularly impressive in VT1, showcasing his driving skills and adapting well to the Ferrari car. This performance further strengthens his position as a potential future driver for the Scuderia.
The second practice session (VT2) will take place later this evening, and it will be interesting to see if Ferrari can maintain their strong performance. With the top teams all closely matched, the battle for the top positions in the final race promises to be intense.
Here are some of the key takeaways from the first practice session in Abu Dhabi:
- Ferrari had a strong start to the weekend, with Robert Shwartzman topping the timesheet in VT1.
- The session was interrupted by several red flags, including a spin by Sebastian Vettel and a crash by Nicholas Latifi.
- The session was held under ideal conditions, with sunny skies and temperatures in the low 20s Celsius.
- The performance of Robert Shwartzman in VT1 is a positive sign for Ferrari, as the team looks to end the season on a high.
The Abu Dhabi Grand Prix promises to be an exciting finale to the Formula 1 season. Stay tuned for more updates as the weekend progresses.