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Max Verstappen drove the fastest time during the first practice session for the GP of Saudi Arabia. Teammate Sergio Perez was second fastest, followed by both Aston Martins.
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After Red Bull and Max Verstappen dominated the first race of the new F1 season in Bahrain, it remains to be seen whether the competition in Saudi Arabia will be able to offer more work on a completely different circuit. Before the start of the first practice session it became known that Charles Leclerc will receive a grid penalty of at least ten places after changing an engine part.
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On the slightly modified Jeddah street circuit, it was important for all drivers to find the right rhythm as quickly as possible and push the limits of the car and track. Just like during the first race weekend in Bahrain, it was looking forward to what Aston Martin and Fernando Alonso would be able to achieve. If they also come out strong in Jeddah, it promises to be an extremely interesting season for them.
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Jeddah must also become the circuit of confirmation for Max Verstappen and Red Bull. The Bahrain International Circuit is an outsider on the F1 calendar for many reasons and a strong performance there is no guarantee of similar performance for the rest of the season.
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When pushing the limits of the circuit and the car, many drivers made mistakes. Just like last year, the Jeddah Corniche Circuit proved treacherous for the drivers.
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Despite a few mistakes earlier in the session, it was Max Verstappen who was in very good shape at the end of the practice session and set the fastest time. Sergio Perez made it 1-2 for Red Bull with the second time, so Red Bull is currently at the top in Saudi Arabia. Behind both Red Bulls we find both Aston Martin drivers. With that, Aston Martin seems to confirm its good form from Bahrain this weekend as well.
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(F1journaal.be)