After a four-week hiatus, the Formula 1 World Championship is finally back, and in a magnificent setting: Austin, USA. So, the final stretch is underway!
Furthermore, it starts with a sprint weekend, which can really spice up the championship finale. Add to that the fact that parts of the Austin circuit have been resurfaced and many teams have installed the latest "updates" on their cars this year, and it's already understandable why this single free practice session is woefully insufficient after such a long absence. As a result, everyone tried to make the most of the available hour, and the lap times (13 cars within a second) and the frequent mistakes point to the following conclusion: We're heading for an exciting night!
