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Ferrari "far away" from Barcelona repeat after "difficult" Austria F1 practice

Kimi Antonelli set the pace across Friday practice and long runs at the Austrian Grand Prix. Ferrari faced a difficult session and is unlikely to repeat its Barcelona victory. The team struggled with race pace and a flat upgrade.

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Mercedes established dominance in early practice while Ferrari's performance dropped following their Barcelona win.

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  1. Mercedes Leads Austria Practice as Ferrari Struggles with Upgrades

    Kimi Antonelli set the pace across Friday practice and long runs at the Austrian Grand Prix. Ferrari faced a difficult session and is unlikely to repeat its Barcelona victory. The team struggled with race pace and a flat upgrade.

    What's confirmed:

    • Kimi Antonelli led first practice, second practice, and long runs.
    • Charles Leclerc stated he is "not so confident" Ferrari can repeat its Barcelona win.
    • Ferrari handed Mercedes its first grand prix defeat of the 2026 season two weeks ago in Barcelona.
    • Kimi Antonelli is the championship leader.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • Pirelli warned tyre degradation could force at least two stops.
    • Ferrari's upgrade fell flat.
    confidence 90%