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United States GP

2023 Formula 1 United States GP

United States
Oct 19, 2023 to Oct 22, 2023
Circuit of the Americas, US
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Formula 1 United States GP

F1 United States GP Live Commentary and Updates - FP1 & Qualifying

Friday's action from the 18th round of the 2023 Formula 1 season

Logan Sargeant, Williams FW45

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Not that there was much doubt, but here's your weather update for this session. Risk of rain is, unsurprisingly, 0% and air temperature is currently approaching 32 degrees C. So, hot, but perhaps not as stifling as Qatar last time.
Meanwhile, Haas is one the many teams trialling new parts ahead of 2024. Here's a lowdown on what's different for the American squad's latest home race: https://www.autosport.com/f1/news/haas-reveals-its-major-f1-united-states-grand-prix-update/10534963/
It is even more important for Daniel Ricciardo, who returns to the AlphaTauri saddle having finally recovered from the broken bone in his hand he suffered at Zandvoort back at the end of August: https://www.autosport.com/f1/news/ricciardo-explains-tougher-than-expected-f1-recovery/10534914/
So, as a reminder, this Friday practice session - the only one of the whole weekend - takes on extra significance. Expect drivers to scurry out of the pits when the green light shows in just under 10 minutes.
What's more, the Circuit of the Americas has a reputation for producing interesting races over the years. And, that is just as well considering we've got two contests this weekend as it's the latest of F1's sprint events!
Now, this year's F1 drivers' and constructors' titles may be all wrapped up but there is still plenty to play for. The battle to be best of the rest in each championship could well go down to the wire and these remaining five races can give the teams useful experimental time ahead of next season.
Howdy and welcome to Autosport's live text coverage of the Friday of the US Grand Prix!

By: Autosport Staff

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