Third Practice Session Highlights at the US Grand Prix
Catch the latest from the final practice session before the 2026 United States Grand Prix. Teams and drivers fine-tune their strategies in Austin.
As the final practice session for the 2026 United States Grand Prix unfolded in Austin, drivers and teams were busy fine-tuning their preparations. Nico Hulkenberg, representing the Audi F1 Team, was spotted gearing up to hit the track, adding to the anticipation.
Meanwhile, the paddock has been buzzing with discussions about potential penalties and strategic moves. Franco Colapinto and Pierre Gasly from the Alpine team are in the spotlight as they aim to challenge Racing Bulls for a P5 finish. It's not just them facing hurdles; Arvid Lindblad, Franco Colapinto, and Gabriel Bortoleto are all set to receive grid penalties, which could shake up the starting lineup.
Amidst all this, Mercedes' Andrea Kimi Antonelli and Haas' Oliver Bearman have kept the paddock talking with their performances. Charles Leclerc of Ferrari, having topped the first practice session, is managing expectations cautiously as the weekend progresses.