Spanish F1 GP Madrid Qualifying: Norris Takes Pole Ahead of Antonelli

Lando Norris Secures Spanish Grand Prix Pole at Madrid Street Circuit

Norris posted a lap of 1:31.824 during the final moments of qualifying, edging out Andrea Kimi Antonelli by just 11 millesimi (milliseconds) to secure the top spot on the grid.

Antonelli Sets the Early Pace as Ferrari Struggles

Andrea Kimi Antonelli dominated the final practice session and much of qualifying before being pipped at the very end. Meanwhile, Ferrari faced significant hurdles on the tight street layout, known locally as the Madring.

Lewis Hamilton Crashes Out in Practice Before Fourth-Place Grid Spot

The incident heavily damaged the front wing and limited Hamilton’s running time as race control halted his attempt to limp back to the pits due to flying debris. Despite the setback, the seven-time world champion bounced back in qualifying to secure the fourth position on the starting grid, lining up alongside Max Verstappen in the second row.

Verstappen Third and Midfield Shakeups

Red Bull’s Max Verstappen salvaged a third-place start after struggling for pace during earlier practice sessions, finishing just behind Antonelli and Norris. Behind the front runners, drivers like Franco Colapinto managed surprise entries into Q3, while the Audi entries of Nico Hulkenberg and Gabriel Bortoleto were eliminated in the dying seconds of Q2, according to Corriere dello Sport.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who won pole position for the Spanish Grand Prix in Madrid?

Lando Norris secured pole position with a lap time of 1:31.824, beating Andrea Kimi Antonelli by 11 milliseconds.

Where is the Spanish Grand Prix held?

The race takes place on the new Madrid street circuit, frequently referred to as the Madring.

What happened to Lewis Hamilton during the weekend?

Hamilton crashed into the barriers during practice, damaging his front wing, but recovered during qualifying to take fourth place on the starting grid.