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2024 F1 Season: Key Storylines and Team Dynamics
As the 2024 Formula 1 season kicks off, the Bahrain International Circuit saw Daniel Ricciardo and the rebranded RB team topping the time charts in the opening free practice session.
The session witnessed a mix of run plans among the 10 teams and their 20 drivers, with Ricciardo setting the pace ahead of McLaren‘s Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri.
While RB, McLaren, and Kick Sauber tried out soft tires, Ricciardo’s fastest time of 1m 32.869s led the pack, closely followed by Norris and Piastri.
Further down the order, Yuki Tsunoda, Fernando Alonso, Max Verstappen, and George Russell made up the top positions, indicating a competitive field ahead.
Teams now gear up for the evening second practice session, analyzing data and adjustments for an intense season ahead.