Lando Norris leads McLaren challenge ahead of F1 qualifying in Barcelona
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 13, 2026, 2:20 PM
Last updated Jun 13, 2026
Lando Norris topped the second practice session ahead of today's F1 qualifying for the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix. Norris' McLaren teammate Oscar Piastri also showed strong pace, finishing third in practice. The leading contenders, including championship leader Kimi Antonelli, face a competitive field with Mercedes and Ferrari drivers vying for pole position. Qualifying is set to begin at 10:00 a.m. Eastern.
- •Norris finished first in second practice, just ahead of Russell.
- •Antonelli noted the challenge of achieving competitive single-lap times.
- •Qualifying begins at 10:00 a.m. Eastern.
- •Six drivers were eliminated in Q1, including Pérez and Alonso.
- •Hamilton sets an early fast time before final laps are completed.
- 2:20 PMYahoo Sports — F1 qualifying results: Who takes pole in Barcelona?
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