Qualifying for the Spanish Grand Prix is set for Saturday at the new Madring track in Madrid. Drivers describe the circuit as brutal and unforgiving. After Arvid Lindblad crashed in the session, George Russell said it is extremely risky. The crash marked a first for Lindblad in grand prix racing.
Kimi Antonelli led practice, ahead of Ferrari. Max Verstappen said he was unimpressed with the circuit layout. Sunday's race is the first Spanish Grand Prix at Madring.