Lewis Hamilton, the reigning Formula One world champion, has once again proven his dominance on the track during the third practice session at the Canadian Grand Prix.
The Mercedes driver topped the time charts with a lap time of 1:11.118, beating out his teammate Valtteri Bottas by 0.088 seconds. This marks Hamilton’s third consecutive session at the top, solidifying his position as a top contender for the race.
Despite facing some challenges during the session, including a brief spin at Turn 2, Hamilton was able to maintain his composure and showcase his exceptional driving skills. He also managed to set the fastest time on the medium tires, indicating his strong pace for the race.
Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc came in third, followed by Red Bull’s Max Verstappen and McLaren’s Lando Norris. However, it was a disappointing session for Verstappen’s teammate Sergio Perez, who could only manage a 12th place finish.
The session also saw some technical issues for Aston Martin’s Lance Stroll, who had to sit out for most of the session due to a gearbox problem. His teammate Sebastian Vettel also faced some difficulties, finishing in 14th place.
As for the Canadian drivers, Nicholas Latifi of Williams finished in 18th place, while his compatriot Lance Stroll finished in 19th.
With the third practice session now complete, all eyes are on the qualifying round later today. Hamilton will undoubtedly be a top contender for pole position, but with the likes of Bottas, Verstappen, and Leclerc hot on his heels, it promises to be an exciting battle for the top spot.
The Canadian Grand Prix is known for its unpredictable and thrilling races, and with Hamilton’s impressive performance so far, it seems like he is on track to add another victory to his already impressive record. Stay tuned for more updates on this highly anticipated race.
