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F1 Qualifying Results: Hamilton Beats Verstappen to Seize Austrian Grand Prix Pole
Lewis Hamilton delivered a stunning performance to claim pole position for the Austrian Grand Prix, edging out Max Verstappen in a thrilling qualifying session at Spielberg. The seven-time world champion found crucial pace in the final moments of Q3, clocking a blistering lap that denied Verstappen pole by just 0.086 seconds.
This marks Hamilton’s first pole since early in the season, signaling a strong resurgence for Mercedes as they continue to close the gap to Red Bull. Verstappen, who had looked set to secure the top spot after dominating practice, will start alongside Hamilton on the front row.
Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc secured third, while Lando Norris impressed with fourth for McLaren, keeping British hopes high for a strong race day showing.
Speaking after qualifying, Hamilton said:
“It feels amazing to be back on pole, especially here where the fans are incredible. The team’s worked tirelessly, and today it all came together.”
The stage is now set for a fierce battle in Sunday’s race, with Hamilton and Verstappen once again renewing their intense rivalry at the front.
Lewis Hamilton delivered a stunning performance to claim pole position for the Austrian Grand Prix, edging out Max Verstappen in a thrilling qualifying session at Spielberg. The seven-time world champion found crucial pace in the final moments of Q3, clocking a blistering lap that denied Verstappen pole by just 0.086 seconds.
This marks Hamilton’s first pole since early in the season, signaling a strong resurgence for Mercedes as they continue to close the gap to Red Bull. Verstappen, who had looked set to secure the top spot after dominating practice, will start alongside Hamilton on the front row.
Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc secured third, while Lando Norris impressed with fourth for McLaren, keeping British hopes high for a strong race day showing.
Speaking after qualifying, Hamilton said:
“It feels amazing to be back on pole, especially here where the fans are incredible. The team’s worked tirelessly, and today it all came together.”
The stage is now set for a fierce battle in Sunday’s race, with Hamilton and Verstappen once again renewing their intense rivalry at the front.
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