Antonelli outpaced Russell in the W17, with Mercedes establishing a significant gap over Ferrari and McLaren challengers.
The Italian driver overtook early pacesetters to lead the session, positioning the team as favourites for qualifying.

Kimi Antonelli secured the top spot in final practice for the Japanese Grand Prix, leading team-mate George Russell as Mercedes dominated the session.
Antonelli outpaced Russell in the W17, with Mercedes establishing a significant gap over Ferrari and McLaren challengers.
The Italian driver overtook early pacesetters to lead the session, positioning the team as favourites for qualifying.