The Italian Grand Prix's opening day started off wet and soggy before the adverse weather eased and allowed for a normal afternoon of running, although it was anything but uneventful for one lucky Sauber driver, Marcus Ericsson.

Here is our gallery covering all the action from Friday at the Temple of Speed.

 

 

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