Formula 1 has headed to Suzuka for the 16th round of the season - the Japanese Grand Prix.
Despite both championships being set fair, there are still plenty of questions swirling around the paddock.
Will Red Bull's Singapore blip be just that? Can Mercedes or Ferrari get in the mix to fight for the win - and what about McLaren?
We will get our first clues in the 60-minute opening session at Suzuka...
Below you will find our dedicated live blog and live timing hub; the times refresh automatically during the session, so you are always up to date.
In the blog, we will provide you with the latest developments during FP1 in Japan. You can easily switch between live timing and the live blog via the tabs.
Free practice 1 - Japanese
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