Formula 1 | Bahrain GP, ​​great uncertainty in free practice: Thursday's highlights [VIDEO]

Formula 1 GP Bahrain – We bring you the highlights of the first two free practice sessions valid for the Bahrain Grand Prix, the last round of the 2024 Formula 1 world championship.

At the end of a balanced day full of surprises, contrary to predictions, Lewis Hamilton and George Russell took the lead in the general time rankings, leaving behind Fernando Alonso's Aston Martin and Carlos Sainz's Ferrari, both fast. and competitive both in terms of flying lap and race pace.

Fifth fastest time for Oscar Piastri's McLaren, ready to play the role of wildcard for the remainder of the weekend, followed by Max Verstappen - still not satisfied with the feeling and balance with the RB20 - Nico Hulkenberg and Lance Stroll. Closing out the top ten are Charles Leclerc, forced to give up his time attack, and Sergio Perez. Meet at 13.30pm tomorrow for the third and final free practice session before qualifying in the afternoon.