Suzuka, Japan, March 27, 2026 (AFP) - Mercedes' Russell fastest in first practice for Japan GP

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2026-03-27

George Russell went fastest ahead of team-mate Kimi Antonelli in an eventful first practice for the Japanese Grand Prix on Friday as Mercedes continued their dominant start to the Formula One season. Mercedes have claimed one-two finishes at both grands prix so far and they were again out in front in dry, sunny conditions at Suzuka. Early championship leader Russell clocked a fastest lap of 1min 31.666sec to pip 19-year-old Antonelli, who won the......

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