Max Verstappen achieved pole position for the United States Grand Prix, showcasing his dominance once again. His impressive performance came after a victory in the Sprint race earlier in the weekend. Verstappen clocked a time of 1:32.510 in Q3, securing the front spot despite a timing error from Red Bull that denied him a second attempt. He finished 0.291 seconds ahead of Lando Norris, who qualified in second place.
Qualifying Highlights
The qualifying session was filled with excitement and drama. Championship leader Oscar Piastri secured sixth place after a challenging session. A notable incident occurred in Q1 when Isack Hadjar crashed at Turn 6, leading to red flags and halting the session temporarily.
Track Limits Controversy
The early stages of the qualifying were further complicated by track limit violations. Both Lance Stroll and Alex Albon had their times deleted, pushing them to the back of the grid.
Final Grid Positions
- Pole Position: Max Verstappen
- Second: Lando Norris
- Sixth: Oscar Piastri
This thrilling qualifying session sets the stage for an exciting race at the Circuit of The Americas, with Verstappen aiming to convert his pole position into another victory.
