Max Verstappen’s Dominance Continues
Max Verstappen showcased his dominance in Formula One by securing pole position for the Miami Grand Prix. After a victorious sprint race, Verstappen held off Ferrari’s challenge at the Hard Rock Stadium, maintaining his flawless record in qualifying this season.
Seventh Consecutive Pole Position
Verstappen’s latest pole position marks his seventh consecutive pole, bringing him just one step away from Ayrton Senna’s record. As he gears up for Sunday’s main event, Verstappen is positioned as the strong favorite to claim his fifth win of the season.
Grid Lineup
Heading into the final runs in the Sunshine State, Verstappen held a 0.141-second advantage over Charles Leclerc. Despite the intense competition, none of the major players managed to improve their positions, allowing Verstappen to secure the top spot. Leclerc will share the front row with Verstappen, while Carlos Sainz secured the third spot in the scarlet machine. Sergio Perez and Lando Norris claimed the fourth and fifth positions, respectively.
- George Russell and Lewis Hamilton qualified seventh and eighth for Mercedes.
- Russell outpaced Hamilton in the final run, extending his lead to 5-1 in qualifying this season.
Verstappen’s Reflections
Looking ahead, Verstappen aims to match Senna’s record in Imola, a track with historical significance. Despite the challenges of maintaining consistency over a single lap, Verstappen expressed satisfaction with his performance, acknowledging the slippery conditions. He emphasized the importance of finding the right balance to secure pole position.
Alonso’s Challenges
Fernando Alonso faced setbacks in the sprint race, with an early incident impacting his performance. Expressing frustration over the race incident with Hamilton, Alonso criticized the lack of penalties, attributing it to his nationality. Alonso’s qualifying session resulted in a 15th place on the grid, trailing behind his teammate Lance Stroll.
Daniel Ricciardo, despite a strong performance in the sprint race, faced disappointment in qualifying as he failed to advance from Q1.
