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F1 Qualifying Results: vesterppen exit Norris surprising finish lewis Hamilton disappoinment

The Brazilian Grand Prix qualifying session saw drama from the outset, as torrential rain led to chaotic conditions at the Interlagos circuit. Max Verstappen, the current champion, experienced a shocking exit in Q2 after Lance Stroll’s crash caused a red flag, leaving both Verstappen and his Red Bull teammate, Sergio Perez, unable to improve their times. Verstappen, who already had a five-place grid penalty, is set to start in 17th place for the main race. Meanwhile, Lando Norris claimed an impressive pole position, with Yuki Tsunoda and Liam Lawson achieving unexpected top-five finishes.

Earlier, Lewis Hamilton also struggled in the rain, being eliminated in Q1 and securing only 16th on the grid. The session was marred by five red flags as various drivers battled the wet conditions. Norris will lead the pack, followed by Mercedes’ George Russell in P2, underscoring McLaren’s strong performance in the challenging conditions

The rainy and chaotic qualifying session at the Brazilian Grand Prix saw numerous surprises and challenges for drivers. The session, marred by multiple red flags, especially affected top contenders. Red Bull’s Max Verstappen was knocked out in Q2 after Lance Stroll’s crash, which prompted a red flag just as Verstappen and Sergio Perez were setting their final lap times. This left Verstappen with a P17 start due to an existing grid penalty.

McLaren’s Lando Norris capitalized on the conditions to seize pole position, showcasing his wet-weather driving skill. Norris’s impressive pace placed him ahead of George Russell from Mercedes, with Yuki Tsunoda delivering a stellar lap to secure P3. Lawson’s P5 finish further highlighted the strong showing by VCARB, as they impressed amidst the chaos. Williams’s Alex Albon and McLaren’s Oscar Piastri rounded out the top eight.

Earlier, seven-time champion Lewis Hamilton also faced disappointment, exiting in Q1 and starting in P16 for the race, a surprising outcome for the experienced driver. The track’s resurfacing, combined with persistent rain, created treacherous conditions for all, leading to five red flags as drivers like Fernando Alonso and Carlos Sainz struggled to maintain control.

As the drivers prepared for the main race, the unpredictability of the qualifying session signaled the potential for an intense and tightly contested race, where both the underdogs and the top-tier drivers would need to navigate a challenging field.