It's time for the first competitive session of the Canadian Grand Prix weekend, as sprint qualifying is next up on the F1 schedule.
Kimi Antonelli enters the session as the man in form, having set a strong lap time in free practice, riding a wave of confidence after securing three consecutive grand prix victories.
Mercedes looked to have a significant advantage over the pack at the end of free practice, with Antonelli leading his team-mate George Russell.
But what can Russell respond with, and who will take early advantage into Saturday? It's time to find out!
Follow sprint qualifying below with updates as well as live timing!
Sprint qualifying - Canadian
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