The second practice session for the 2026 United States Grand Prix unfolded under scorching 30-degree ambient temperatures and a blistering 43-degree track, immediately setting a dramatic tone for the weekend. According to reports from Speedweek, Charles Leclerc set the early benchmark during initial running, while championship rival Max Verstappen had a lightning-fast lap time deleted after briefly running wide off the asphalt.
Garage tension spiked early in the session when championship leader Kimi Antonelli reported unexpected cockpit issues over the team radio. 'Mein Sitz bewegt sich wie verruckt, es ist nicht angenehm,' radioed the young Italian, forcing Mercedes mechanics into a frantic ten-minute fix to secure his seating position before returning to the Texas circuit.
Beyond on-track battles, the paddock was rocked by early confirmation of grid penalties for three distinct drivers. A Racing Bulls driver faces a five-place drop for a new internal combustion engine, Audi's Gabriel Bortoleto is slated to start from the very back of the grid with a 20-place penalty, and Alpine's Franco Colapinto has been handed a 10-place setback, with more sanctions expected before Sunday.
Track action intensified as drivers bolted on Pirelli's softest compound tyres, leading to near-misses and aggressive defensive driving. George Russell received a black-and-white warning flag following a close encounter with Leclerc through the tight sections, though stewards ultimately opted against applying a formal sporting penalty after a brief review.
As teams fine-tune their setups for the demanding Austin layout, strategy and tire degradation will dictate the grid order. Read our in-depth analysis and catch all the latest updates right here on Sportrik.
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