What's confusing long-run order at F1's Barcelona GP

McLaren showed improved pace at the Barcelona Grand Prix with Lando Norris leading FP2, though the team faces challenges with long-run consistency. Drivers noted that the track layout suits the car better than previous circuits, despite ongoing setup difficulties.
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Formula 1 What s confusing long-run order at F1 s Barcelona GP Jack Cozens 12 Jun 2026 — 4 min read Hot off the heels of a Monaco Formula 1 weekend where it was distinctly fourth-best, McLaren has showed up again at the Barcelona Grand Prix - leading the way in FP2 through Lando Norris.
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