Saudi Arabian GP qualifying results: Max Verstappen takes pole as Lando Norris crashes out

Verstappen Edges Piastri to Saudi Arabian Grand Prix Pole Position

In a thrilling qualifying session for the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, Max Verstappen narrowly secured pole position, outpacing Oscar Piastri of McLaren by a mere one-hundredth of a second. Piastri’s McLaren teammate, Lando Norris, encountered an early setback in Q3, crashing out following an error in the first sector. McLaren had anticipated a close internal contest for pole after demonstrating strong pace throughout the free practice sessions, but Verstappen emphatically entered the fray with a commanding second run in Q1.

Q1: Verstappen Sets the Pace, Hamilton Battles

The reigning world champion topped the timesheets in Q1, leading Norris and Piastri. Further down the order, Lewis Hamilton faced challenges. The British driver required a stronger final attempt to escape the bottom five, having struggled for pace throughout Friday and Saturday at the Jeddah Corniche Circuit.

Q2: McLaren and Red Bull Continue the Duel

The contest between Verstappen and the McLaren drivers intensified in Q2. The Red Bull pilot laid down an early marker with a rapid initial lap; however, Norris surpassed this, going half a tenth quicker. Piastri slotted into third, two-tenths behind his teammate after a minor error.

Hamilton’s difficulties persisted into Q2. Both Hamilton and Yuki Tsunoda found themselves in a precarious position, anxiously awaiting their final runs after Liam Lawson’s strong lap pushed them towards the elimination zone. Ultimately, both drivers managed to advance to the final qualifying stage.

Q3: Verstappen Clinches Pole Amidst Drama

After Piastri initially set the benchmark in Q3, a red flag was triggered when his teammate, Norris, hit the barrier in the first sector. George Russell entered the battle during the final runs, but ultimately, no one could surpass the current world champion, Verstappen, who claimed his second pole position of the season.

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Saudi Arabian Grand Prix Qualifying Results: Top 7

• 1. Max Verstappen (Red Bull)
• 2. Oscar Piastri (McLaren)
• 3. George Russell (Mercedes)
• 4. Charles Leclerc (Ferrari)
• 5. Kimi Antonelli (Mercedes)
• 6. Carlos Sainz (Williams)
• 7. Lewis Hamilton (Ferrari)