Sports · 25 July 2026

Norris takes pole with 1:17.207 time. Verstappen starts sixth.

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The McLaren driver dodged a pair of late yellow flags by setting a fastest time of 1 minute and 17.207 seconds. Max Verstappen ruined his last attempt on Saturday with a spin, leaving the Red Bull driver to start the race from sixth. Charles Leclerc took third on the grid for Ferrari, finishing just ahead of Mercedes driver Kimi Antonelli.

By BriefTea Editorial · 25 July 2026 at 17:54

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