Charles Leclerc crashes out of Canada first practice as Max Verstappen sets pace

Verstappen ended the session just 0.039 seconds clear of Williams driver Alex Albon.

Charles Leclerc, left, crashed out of opening practice in Canada. Pic: Christopher Katsarov/AP

Charles Leclerc crashed out of opening practice for the Canadian Grand Prix as Max Verstappen set the early pace in Montreal.

Verstappen, who is a point away from a one-race ban following his collision with Mercedes’ George Russell at the recent Spanish Grand Prix, ended the session just 0.039 seconds clear of Williams driver Alex Albon.