Strong winds – which frequently changed direction – combined with a sand-sodden track that has been freshly resurfaced for this year’s returning Qatar Grand Prix, and just one single practice session to prepare for qualifying, made life challenging for Formula 1’s 10 teams on Friday at the Lusail International Circuit.
Here’s how things are shaping up ahead Saturday’s Sprint Shoot-out and Sprint as well as Sunday’s Grand Prix.
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