The Debrief by Aramco: Dutch Grand Prix

Fresh from the summer shutdown, we're back in the paddock for the 2024 Dutch Grand Prix. Read on for Lance and Fernando's thoughts following Friday's practice sessions.

Upon our return to the track for the first round following the summer break, Fernando placed sixth and Lance P11 in Free Practice Two by the seaside. Earlier in the day, in Free Practice One, Lance concluded the session in P11 and Fernando P15.

To begin the weekend of action out on the dunes, Lance and Fernando familiarised themselves with the track on Wet tyres following rain in Zandvoort.

Our drivers opted for similar strategies during Free Practice One, switching to Intermediates. Then, when the track began to dry up, their final stints were done on Soft tyres.

More dry running took place in FP2, with both Lance and Fernando starting on Mediums and ending on Softs.

Gathering data in the dry conditions could prove invaluable for the Grand Prix, as rain is forecast throughout Saturday followed by drier conditions during Sunday's race.

#18 | Lance Stroll | Free Practice

"It's good to get back on track after a couple of weeks off. This is a great circuit and we got some dry running in the second session which is valuable. We worked through our run plans and learned a lot, so it was a productive Friday. Tonight we'll do our homework and see what we can improve ahead of Qualifying tomorrow."

#14 | Fernando Alonso | Free Practice

"It's good to be back and it feels so fast after four weeks without driving a Formula One car. It's a fun track and the conditions were very difficult today, with very high winds and some rain around in FP1. Through the corners you could really feel the wind but it was the same for everyone. Tomorrow will be a little more unpredictable with the weather, so let's see what we can do."