2022 Japanese Grand Prix – FP3 & Qualifying

The early moments of the final practice session were a frenzy, as all the drivers wanted a taste of the dry tarmac of the Suzuka circuit. Once again, it was Max Verstappen who put in the session’s best lap, beating out the Ferrari duo of Carlos Sainz and Charles Leclerc. However, Sainz expressed his displeasure towards Leclerc about interrupting his lap at one point, sarcastically stating “Thank you, Charles”.