Mercedes lay down long-run pace as Russell tops Friday practice in Melbourne
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Mercedes shows strongest long-run pace in Friday practice for the Australian Grand Prix, with George Russell fastest over fuel-heavy runs and the W17 appearing poised to challenge for Sunday, while Ferrari/McLaren highlighted strong single-lap times. Data suggests engine mapping and battery management differences among teams, and low tyre wear points to a likely one-stop race in Melbourne.
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