Lewis Hamilton topped the session with a 1m 26.633s, leading teammate George Russell by 0.220s. This performance carried the momentum from their recent victory in Brazil, though early afternoon conditions were somewhat unrepresentative of the twilight race. Lewis Hamilton George Russell Charles Leclerc Sergio Pérez Red Bull Racing Liam Lawson Red Bull Racing Source: Official Formula 1 Results
: Replacing World Champion Max Verstappen , Lawson impressed by finishing fifth, just two-tenths behind regular driver Sergio Pérez . Formula.1.GP.Abu.Dhabi.2022.Libres.1.DAZNF1.HDT...
In accordance with 2022 regulations requiring teams to field rookie drivers in practice sessions, swapped their regular stars for fresh faces during FP1. Lewis Hamilton topped the session with a 1m 26
FP1 marked the emotional start to the final weekend for several iconic figures: In accordance with 2022 regulations requiring teams to
While both the Drivers' and Constructors' titles were already secured by Max Verstappen and Red Bull, FP1 served as a crucial data-gathering hour for the battle for between Charles Leclerc and Sergio Pérez , who entered the weekend tied on 290 points.