Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix: Formula One 2026 – live

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Russell holds off the challenge from Hamilton on turn one! Antonelli also stays ahead of Norris.

The drivers head out for their formation lap. It’s a scorching day in Catalonia. Interestingly, Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen are both starting on soft tyres. That’s brave!