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06/13/2026/AutosportPractice

Russell leads Piastri in final Barcelona practice

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George Russell topped final practice for the Barcelona Grand Prix ahead of Oscar Piastri and Charles Leclerc.

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George Russell was fastest in final practice for the Formula 1 Barcelona Grand Prix after pipping Oscar Piastri and Charles Leclerc in a frustrating session for Kimi Antonelli.

Russell was two tenths faster than runner-up Piastri, whose McLaren was less than a tenth quicker than Leclerc's Ferrari, leaving the session looking wide open. The running built slowly before late qualifying simulations shaped the order.