- Carlos’ R.S.18 suffered an hydraulic leak and was forced to pit halfway into the session.
- Previously the Spaniard of Renault had completed 10 laps on a single set of ultrasoft tyres.
- He finished the session in fourteenth position, his fastest lap was a 1:15.769.
- His mechanics are working on his car to ensure it can take part in Free Practice 2 without any hiccups.
