George Russell topped the first practice session for the Austrian Grand Prix, edging out Max Verstappen by a mere 0.065 seconds. McLaren's Oscar Piastri secured third, followed closely by Formula 2 leader Alex Dunne, impressing in his first Grand Prix outing. Several teams, including McLaren, Red Bull, and Ferrari, showcased upgrades to their cars at the Red Bull Ring.

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