FP1: Norris tops first Japanese GP practice as Tsunoda debuts for Red Bull

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McLaren driver Lando Norris set the pace in the opening Free Practice session for the Japanese Grand Prix, leading the way from Mercedes rival George Russell and Ferrari's Charles Leclerc – while Yuki Tsunoda made his official debut for Red Bull Racing.

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