The most striking piece of data was how much quicker the lap times were compared to the previous Japanese Grand Prix. read more »

The limited running leaves some unknowns in terms of car setup and also, to some extent, tyre behaviour for the rest of the weekend. However, this is the same for everyone. read more »

We barely ran in FP2 and so we couldn't find the answers we were looking for over a flying lap. read more »

Suzuka is usually a good track for the Team, so we are confident going into the weekend. read more »

We're happy with the new floor, it's delivering exactly what we predicted, and we'll be using it on both cars for the rest of the weekend. read more »

Given the limited running it's hard to get a full picture, but we will see what we can learn and analyse overnight to prepare for final practice. read more »

Whilst Logan's crash caused a lot of damage, it was limited to the suspension, wings and floor with no damage done to the chassis or PU. read more »

The team here and in Hinwil has done a great job as our new package seems to be functioning as expected. read more »

We're struggling with Sector 1 a little bit, because it's a high-speed sequence of corners. read more »

The F1 world champion led a Red Bull 1-2 in opening practice which was red-flagged midway through as Logan Sargeant crashed heavily, which ruled him out of FP2 as his Williams... read more »

Williams boss James Vowles described Logan Sargeant's crash in Japanese Grand Prix practice as "frustrating" as the team's lack of resources once more came... read more »

Can Mercedes carry over their positive start at the F1 Japanese Grand Prix into qualifying? read more »

It's too early to say whether we've made the progress that we are hoping for, but it is encouraging that the drivers are happier with the feel of the car. read more »

Williams driver Logan Sargeant has denied that his crash in FP1 at the Japanese Grand Prix was similar to the mistakes he made during his rookie Formula 1 season. Sargeant... read more »

Carlos Sainz believes that Ferrari is “closer than anticipated” to Red Bull at Formula 1’s Japanese Grand Prix but admits the reigning champions will be “difficult to beat.”... read more »

Three-time world champion Max Verstappen has hinted at his future in Formula 1 ahead of the Japanese Grand Prix. read more »

Track time was in short supply during a rain-affected FP2 in Suzuka, with limited laps completed until a late burst of action as conditions dried in the final moments.... read more »

Lewis Hamilton says his Mercedes is in a "sweeter spot" at the Japanese Grand Prix after the Silver Arrows delivered an improved display in their "best... read more »

Lewis Hamilton is upbeat about Mercedes' W15 after an encouraging start at the Japanese Grand Prix. read more »

Lewis Hamilton asserts that he plans to avoid vast set-up changes to his Mercedes Formula 1 car after sustaining his “best session” of 2024 at the Japanese Grand Prix. Hamilton... read more »

Only nine drivers post times, as second practice for the Japanese Grand Prix is compromised by the weather. read more »

Times from today's second free practice session for the MSC Cruises Japanese Grand Prix. read more »

Max Verstappen topped the one session of dry practice running that took place on an otherwise rain-affected Friday at the Japanese Grand Prix which saw Williams suffer a fresh... read more »

Oscar Piastri leads the way in a rain-hit second practice with a distinct lack of running. read more »

Limited running in a rain-affected FP2 session at Suzuka paved the way for a late flurry of slick tyre running in the final few minutes, with McLaren’s Oscar Piastri fastest.... read more »