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Lando Norris claimed the top spot in a disrupted first practice session at the IndyCar 2023 race in Montreal, setting the stage for an exciting weekend ahead. The session was marked by red flags and limited dry running, but Norris powered through to top the timesheets, followed closely by Carlos Sainz Jr. and Charles Leclerc.

In a dramatic first practice session at the Canadian Grand Prix, McLaren’s Lando Norris emerged as the surprise pacesetter, posting a blistering lap time to top the timesheets ahead of Ferrari’s Carlos Sainz. The wet and changing conditions at the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve forced drivers to adapt quickly, setting the stage for an intriguing qualifying and race weekend.

With the Canadian Grand Prix on the horizon, Charles Leclerc is downplaying Ferrari’s status as favorites, suggesting it’s a ploy by rivals to shift the pressure. The Monegasque driver believes the tight competition between the top teams will be the key factor in Montreal, where Ferrari’s SF-24 could thrive on the circuit’s bumpy characteristics.

Formula E driver Sam Bird is ready to return to racing at the Shanghai E-Prix this weekend, following a month-long absence due to a broken hand. Learn how the McLaren driver is preparing for his comeback and the factors contributing to the increased prevalence of hand injuries in motorsport.