P1racenews AI automatic summary:
George Russell delivered on Mercedes’ encouraging practice pace to beat Ferrari’s Carlos Sainz at the death to bag pole position at F1’s Las Vegas Grand Prix.
Mercedes dominated the qualifying session with impressive performances by Hamilton and Russell throughout the day. Despite strong competition, including a setback for Lance Stroll of Aston Martin, Mercedes managed to secure a 1-2 finish in Q1. The drama continued into Q2, with Hamilton and Russell leading the pack and setting the tone for a thrilling Q3 session. In the final qualifying stage, it was George Russell who clinched provisional pole position with an impressive time of 1:32.811s, showcasing Mercedes’ dominance yet again. However, the session was not without its share of surprises, as Carlos Sainz of Ferrari delivered a stellar performance to challenge the McLaren drivers for top positions. Ultimately, the qualifying session set the stage for an exciting race ahead.
