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Mercedes’ 19-year-old Kimi Antonelli took pole for the Miami Grand Prix with Max Verstappen on the front row, as upgrades and weather threaten a chaotic start. Four teams populated the top two rows—Mercedes, Red Bull, Ferrari, and McLaren—setting the stage for a tense race where Antonelli will try to convert pole into victory.
George Russell clinched pole in Shanghai by topping Q3 with a 1:31.520, in a qualifying session that saw Leclerc lead in Q2 and Williams eliminated in Q1; he also won the sprint after an eventful start and a safety car, while Kimi Antonelli received a 10-second penalty for a collision with Arvid Lindblad. The weekend features practice, sprint, and live radio updates.
Oscar Piastri's unexpected lack of pace in qualifying at the Mexican Grand Prix is attributed to a combination of factors, including possible car issues and driving technique mismatched to low-grip conditions, with his team suggesting it's a calibration challenge rather than a mechanical problem. Despite his struggles, Piastri remains optimistic about improving in the race and future events.
George Russell secured a surprising pole position at the Singapore Grand Prix, beating Max Verstappen and other top contenders, marking Mercedes' first pole in Singapore since 2018. Verstappen was unhappy with a late incident involving Lando Norris, which he blamed for missing out on pole. The race is set for Sunday, with various drivers expressing confidence and concern about their performance.
Max Verstappen secured pole position with a new lap record at Monza, expressing excitement about the achievement and optimism for the race, while acknowledging the challenges ahead in maintaining his lead against competitors like Norris and Piastri.
Charles Leclerc unexpectedly secured pole position at the Hungarian Grand Prix, surprising many with his performance amidst challenging conditions, while other top contenders like Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris followed closely. Lewis Hamilton struggled in qualifying, starting 12th, and Max Verstappen faced difficulties with his car's balance. The race is scheduled for Sunday at Hungaroring.
Lando Norris secured pole position at the 2025 Belgium Grand Prix with a strong qualifying performance, while Max Verstappen won the Sprint race. The weekend featured close competition among top teams like McLaren, Red Bull, Ferrari, and Mercedes, with weather conditions expected to influence the main race. Teams are optimistic but cautious about race strategies, especially with forecasted rain.
Two red flags during the final Silverstone practice session created uncertainty for F1 drivers, especially Lewis Hamilton, who was affected by incidents including a piece of bodywork retrieval and a crash by Gabriel Bortoleto, leaving his qualifying prospects unclear.
Max Verstappen commented on Yuki Tsunoda's poor qualifying performance in Barcelona, highlighting ongoing issues with Red Bull's car grip and suggesting it might be a sign of deeper problems within the team, while emphasizing his focus on a competitive car over a teammate.
Oscar Piastri will start from pole position at the 2025 Spanish Grand Prix after qualifying, with Lando Norris second. The grid is provisional pending FIA confirmation, and Lance Stroll has withdrawn due to medical reasons.
Lewis Hamilton admitted to not doing the job in Q3 after making two critical errors that left him 10th in qualifying for the Las Vegas Grand Prix, despite showing strong pace in Q2. While George Russell secured pole position, Hamilton struggled with rear instability and a wrong tyre strategy choice, which he described as a 'domino effect.' Despite the setback, Hamilton remains positive about his race pace and looks forward to upcoming opportunities.
Daniel Ricciardo expressed his joy and relief at feeling like himself again after qualifying 13th for the Hungarian Grand Prix. The Australian driver admitted that returning to the cockpit had been a challenge but felt relaxed and happy to be back. Ricciardo emphasized that his priority in the race is to learn about the car for himself and the team. He acknowledged the physical challenge of the hot weather and the demanding nature of the track but expressed his enjoyment of the sport.