Off the track, Albon had appendicitis and was off for surgery leaving reserve rookie, Nyck De Vries to race in his place. He started one tenth of a second off Latifi's pace, seemingly putting the nail in the coffin of the Canadian's career. For no apparent reason, the Ferrari drivers had been dressed in yellow, like expensive bananas. However, following on from the Dutch GP, the elegant and civilized Tfosi were breath of fresh air, if only because of the lack of flares.
In the first session, both Aston Martins failed to make the grade (great choice there, Fernando). The Haas just couldn't catch a break, as they crossed track limits lap after lap. Latifi's car just drove off the track and through a chicane despite his immense driving skills and he was out with his rookie team mate De Vries through.
Unfortunately, De Vries couldn't keep his Williams on the track all the way round on his final quick lap and was out in 13th but will move forward with other drivers taking penalties. Ricciardo managed to get his car through to the final session though!
LeClerc took the pole from Verstappen to the delight of the crowd. The commentary team frantically tried to work out who would start where, following penalties. They still didn't know at the end of the broadcast.
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