The Austrian Grand Prix weekend got off to a miserable start for Max Verstappen and Lando Norris as they suffered issues in the opening minutes of FP1.
As the session started, Norris' car was seen up on the lift with technicians studying the MCL60 after spotting an issue.
McLaren communicated that it was investigating a possible hydraulic leak.
It adds to the list of issues that Norris has suffered in the opening phase of the season.
He wasn't alone when it came to issues, however, as both Red Bull cars faced problems in the first minutes.
Isack Hadjar's car was not ready for the start of the session, as the team continued to work on it as the practice timer started.
Verstappen, meanwhile, was heard stuttering as he peeled into the pit lane before quickly coming to a stop.
He stated over the team radio that he was getting anti-stall every time he activated the clutch.
After being wheeled back into the garage, Verstappen tried the procedure several minutes later but suffered the same issue once again.
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