Fernando Alonso Shines in Rain-Soaked Canadian Grand Prix Practice – See the Full FP2 Results
The Grand Prix weekend at the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve is always one of the most highly anticipated events of the Formula 1 calendar, and this year's racing action has already begun setting the pace. With the skies opening up for a rain-disrupted second Free Practice session, it was Aston Martin's Fernando Alonso who managed to showcase his masterclass in wet conditions.
Top Performance Amidst Torrential Rain
Fernando Alonso, demonstrating his exceptional skill and experience, cruised to the top of the timesheets with a best lap of 1:15.810, setting the bar high for his competitors. Following him closely was Mercedes' George Russell, finishing second, just 0.463 seconds behind. Lance Stroll, another ace driver from Aston Martin, completed the top three, making it a fantastic day for the Aston Martin camp.
Ferrari’s Resilience and Midfield Warriors
Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc took to the track on medium tyres and secured a fourth-place finish, highlighting Ferrari's consistent form. Dynamics shifted as Daniel Ricciardo, representing RB, took fifth place, closely followed by Haas driver Kevin Magnussen in sixth. Each of these drivers handled the tricky conditions with an impressive balance of aggression and caution, ensuring they stayed on the track and extracted the maximum performance from their cars.
Veterans and Young Guns
Lewis Hamilton, the seasoned Mercedes driver, took seventh place, showcasing his adaptability in adverse conditions. Meanwhile, Yuki Tsunoda from Red Bull took eighth, demonstrating that both veterans and younger talents can shine equally when pitted against challenging circumstances.
Rounding Off the Top Ten
Williams' Alex Albon and Red Bull's Sergio Perez completed the top ten, finishing ninth and tenth respectively. This mix of drivers from varied teams adds an interesting layer of anticipation for the upcoming qualifying sessions and the main race.
Complete FP2 Results
| Position | Driver | Team | Time | Gap | Laps |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fernando Alonso | Aston Martin | 1:15.810 | - | 25 |
| 2 | George Russell | Mercedes | 1:16.273 | +0.463 | 24 |
| 3 | Lance Stroll | Aston Martin | 1:16.464 | +0.654 | 27 |
| 4 | Charles Leclerc | Ferrari | 1:16.556 | +0.746 | 24 |
| 5 | Daniel Ricciardo | RB | 1:16.731 | +0.921 | 23 |
| 6 | Kevin Magnussen | Haas | 1:16.773 | +0.963 | 15 |
| 7 | Lewis Hamilton | Mercedes | 1:16.908 | +1.098 | 27 |
| 8 | Yuki Tsunoda | RB | 1:16.951 | +1.141 | 22 |
| 9 | Alex Albon | Williams | 1:16.977 | +1.167 | 22 |
| 10 | Esteban Ocon | Alpine | 1:17.041 | +1.231 | 19 |
| 11 | Esteban Ocon | Alpine | 1:17.417 | +1.607 | 31 |
| 12 | Logan Sargeant | Williams | 1:17.496 | +1.686 | 22 |
| 13 | Carlos Sainz Jr | Ferrari | 1:17.722 | +1.912 | 27 |
| 14 | Valtteri Bottas | Sauber | 1:17.817 | +2.007 | 21 |
| 15 | Nico Hulkenberg | Haas | 1:17.903 | +2.093 | 20 |
| 16 | Oscar Piastri | Williams | 1:19.008 | +3.198 | 20 |
| 17 | Guanyu Zhou | Sauber | 1:19.087 | +3.277 | 17 |
| 18 | Max Verstappen | Red Bull | 1:19.311 | +3.501 | 4 |
| 19 | Pierre Gasly | Alpine | 1:20.789 | +4.979 | 26 |
| 20 | Lando Norris | McLaren | 1:20.843 | +5.033 | 21 |
The unpredictable weather conditions at the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve have already added a layer of excitement. With the drivers adapting to the wet track, the upcoming qualifying sessions and the main race promise to keep fans on the edge of their seats.