In the second free practice session at the Canadian Grand Prix, Formula 1 points leader Max Verstappen faced early setbacks as his Red Bull machine emitted smoke due to a battery issue, forcing him to return to the garage after just four laps. Verstappen expressed his disappointment at the situation but emphasized the importance of understanding the implications for the weekend and the rest of the season.
Meanwhile, Aston Martin's Fernando Alonso showcased his prowess by clocking the fastest lap of 1 minute, 15.810 seconds. George Russell of Mercedes secured the second spot with a time of 1:16.273, followed by Lance Stroll of Aston Martin at 1:16.464, representing the sole Canadian driver in the field.
