After an undramatic first practice session for the 2021 Formula 1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, FP2 went ahead on Friday afternoon at Yas Marina Circuit, with Hamilton turning on the heat and going fastest, with Kimi Raikkonen crashing last minute. Perhaps the most notable aspect of FP1 should be the massive drop in lap times, between Yas Marina, the 2021 version, and the track's previous iteration, as the best lap registered on Friday's morning practice session this year was over 12s faster than its 2020 equivalent. It remains to be seen however, whether the changes done to the circuit shall serve as a catalyst to the racing spectacle, as the Abu Dhabi venue notoriously known for being a tough...
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