- He set the sixteenth fastest time (1:30.358) in the first practice session.
- Mastering the DRS through turns 1 and 2, one of Carlos' priorities in his first outing at the ever-demanding Silverstone Circuit.
- The Spaniard only used the soft compound, which is set to be the predominant tyre for the weekend.
- He completed two runs of seven and nine laps each, plus a shorter one of five.
