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F1 Qualifying Results:Verstappen beaten as Red Bull suffer embarrassment at Spanish Grand Prix
In a dramatic twist at the Spanish Grand Prix qualifying session, Red Bull’s dominance was shaken as Max Verstappen failed to clinch pole position, with McLaren’s Lando Norris emerging as the unexpected front-runner.
Norris delivered a stunning performance at the Circuit de Barcelona Catalunya, setting a blistering lap that secured him the top spot on the grid for Sunday’s race. The British driver outpaced the reigning world champion, Verstappen, who could only manage second on a track where Red Bull had been expected to dominate.
The qualifying outcome marks a rare setback for Red Bull, whose usually iron-clad grip on the front row was broken. Team principal Christian Horner acknowledged the team’s struggles, describing the session as a “wake-up call.”
Ferrari and Mercedes also showed improved pace, adding to the pressure on Red Bull as the midfield pack closes in. With unpredictable weather conditions forecast for race day, the stage is set for a thrilling showdown in Spain.
BAll eyes will be on Norris as he leads the pack off the line, hoping to convert his pole into a rare McLaren victory and on Verstappen, as he seeks redemption and a return to form.
In a dramatic twist at the Spanish Grand Prix qualifying session, Red Bull’s dominance was shaken as Max Verstappen failed to clinch pole position, with McLaren’s Lando Norris emerging as the unexpected front-runner.
Norris delivered a stunning performance at the Circuit de Barcelona Catalunya, setting a blistering lap that secured him the top spot on the grid for Sunday’s race. The British driver outpaced the reigning world champion, Verstappen, who could only manage second on a track where Red Bull had been expected to dominate.
The qualifying outcome marks a rare setback for Red Bull, whose usually iron-clad grip on the front row was broken. Team principal Christian Horner acknowledged the team’s struggles, describing the session as a “wake-up call.”
Ferrari and Mercedes also showed improved pace, adding to the pressure on Red Bull as the midfield pack closes in. With unpredictable weather conditions forecast for race day, the stage is set for a thrilling showdown in Spain.
All eyes will be on Norris as he leads the pack off the line, hoping to convert his pole into a rare McLaren victory — and on Verstappen, as he seeks redemption and a return to form.
