Hamilton leads final practice at United States Grand Prix
ESPN F1 • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 24, 2026, 7:17 PM
Last updated Oct 24, 2026

Lewis Hamilton set the fastest time in the final practice session for the United States Grand Prix on October 24, 2026. The session saw competitive lap times as teams fine-tuned their setups ahead of the qualifying rounds. Hamilton's pace indicates potential challenges for other drivers as they prepare for the race weekend. Teams will analyze today’s performance to optimize their strategies.
- •Lewis Hamilton recorded the best lap in FP3 at Austin.
- •The session occurred on October 24, 2026, ahead of qualifying.
- •Teams are refining setups based on today's performance.
- •Competitive lap times suggest a tight field in upcoming qualifying.
- •The United States Grand Prix is part of the current F1 season.
- 7:37 PMESPN F1 — Hamilton shows pace in upgraded Ferrari in FP3
"Lewis Hamilton set the pace in the final practice session at the United States Grand Prix on Saturday.
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