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Lando Norris won the Formula One Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort after a daring late-race pass on Kimi Antonelli, with Antonelli second and George Russell third, as Norris celebrated with his team and the Dutch king.
Max Verstappen’s final Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort was cut short on the opening lap after a wet-condition crash into the wall, triggering a red flag as the event paused; Verstappen said he’s okay, and the race marks the last Dutch GP on the F1 calendar after this season.
Lando Norris says McLaren’s upgraded car is strong in high-speed sections but not yet capable of challenging for the F1 title, warning that slow-speed performance could hurt their bid at Monza and Azerbaijan; Norris remains 83 points behind leader Kimi Antonelli as teammate Andrea Stella praises his ongoing improvements and the team’s progress.
Verstappen’s sprint action at the Dutch Grand Prix in Zandvoort is being cited as part of renewed momentum to keep the Netherlands on Formula One’s calendar, with officials signaling a potential path for the race’s return in future seasons.
Max Verstappen’s home Dutch Grand Prix was red-flagged after a dramatic one-lap crash on a damp Zandvoort circuit, with the Red Bull driver hitting the inside wall and stopping in the run-off. Verstappen said he was OK and apologised as Norris led the field on the restart, with Antonelli moving to second after a chaotic start; Verstappen was running seventh at the time. The restart was set for 15:33 local time, and the event comes as the Dutch GP is leaving the calendar, with Verstappen having extended his Red Bull contract to 2030 earlier in the week.
Lando Norris starts from pole at Zandvoort with George Russell on the front row after a rain-affected build-up; Kimi Antonelli is third and Lewis Hamilton fifth as the Dutch Grand Prix begins at 14:00 BST. Overtaking is tough on this track, and a two-stop is widely seen as fastest, with Ferrari and Max Verstappen likely to start on softs. A shower was forecast to clear by around 14:30 local time, leaving dry conditions for the race, which is the final Dutch GP on the current calendar.
Live updates from Zandvoort as F1 qualifying decides pole for the Dutch Grand Prix, following Saturday's Sprint drama; the 60-minute session starts at 16:00 local time, with teams aiming to lock in the best grid spots.
Lando Norris grabbed pole for the Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort, beating George Russell by 0.102 seconds as rain threatened to disrupt final runs; Norris built on an early laps lead, with Kimi Antonelli briefly atop the times before Norris's late-lap push, while Hamilton secured P5 and Verstappen started seventh as a light shower failed to swing the order.
Formula 1 will end the Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort after 2026 because the circuit must stand on its own financially, lacking government backing despite strong crowds and sponsorship; a rotation is unlikely, but Zandvoort could serve as a standby for replacements, with Imola and a potential German GP mentioned as near-term alternatives, preserving the event’s legacy.
Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris achieved a historic front row lock-out for McLaren at the 2025 Dutch Grand Prix, with Piastri securing his fifth pole position and setting a new track record, while Norris narrowly missed pole. The qualifying session also marked notable performances from other drivers, including Verstappen, Hadjar, and Hamilton, amidst various team and driver milestones and records.
Fernando Alonso expressed cautious optimism after a strong FP2 performance at Zandvoort, finishing second fastest but acknowledging that fighting for pole against McLaren is unlikely. Despite his team's improved form and good pace, Alonso doesn't believe they are yet in contention for pole position, but remains hopeful for a good race. Lance Stroll had a mixed day, with a crash in FP2 but reports being okay.
Lando Norris set the pace in the first practice session of the 2025 Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort, leading a McLaren 1-2, with Oscar Piastri and Lance Stroll also performing well. The session saw some incidents, including spins and a gravel trap mishap for home hero Max Verstappen, but Norris's time of 1:10.278 remained the fastest. Teams are now analyzing data ahead of the second practice session.
The 2025 Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort marks the resumption of the F1 season with key stats, track details, driver insights, and strategic considerations, highlighting the ongoing battle for the championship and the race's unique features like banking and overtaking challenges.
The TT Circuit Assen has declined to replace Zandvoort as the host of the Dutch Grand Prix after Zandvoort's exit from the F1 calendar post-2026. Despite Zandvoort's popularity, especially with Max Verstappen's success, financial concerns led to its withdrawal. Assen, focused on its centennial TT event and a packed schedule, respects Zandvoort's decision to leave at its peak.
Formula 1 will host its final Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort in 2026, following a single-year extension to the current contract. The decision comes after negotiations between race organizers and F1 chiefs, with funding challenges and a proposed rotation with the Belgian Grand Prix being key issues. The Dutch GP, which returned in 2021 after a long absence, will conclude its modern era run after the 2026 event, with organizers opting to end on a high note while the event remains popular.