SportSky SportsBahrain GP in Malaysia: Max Verstappen sets pace on F1's return to Sepang in first practice from George Russell
Max Verstappen topped the first practice session at F1's return to Malaysia's Sepang circuit, with Mercedes debuting a major car upgrade.
Mercedes reveal major upgrade package in Practice One but Red Bull Max Verstappen sets the early pace at Sepang; Kimi Antonelli one second slower in fifth; watch second practice later on Friday at 9am with Qualifying on Saturday also at 9am, live on Sky Sports F1
Formula 1 returned to the Sepang International Circuit for the first time since 2017, with Verstappen fastest in opening practice for the Bahrain Grand Prix.
Mercedes brought a significant upgrade including a new floor, rear suspension and rear corner, but Kimi Antonelli finished a full second off Verstappen's pace.
Ferrari and McLaren were well off the pace, while championship leader Antonelli's 66-point lead over Russell faces pressure heading into qualifying.
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