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Max Verstappen took pole position for the F1 Italian GP, denying both McLarens top spot in a thrilling qualifying session at Monza.
Max Verstappen secured pole position for the Formula 1 Italian Grand Prix, beating out both McLarens in an exciting qualifying session at Monza. Lando Norris initially looked set to claim pole, but Verstappen’s final lap of 1:18.792s secured him the top spot. Lewis Hamilton qualified fifth but will start 10th due to a grid penalty. Verstappen’s pole lap was the fastest ever in F1 history by mean speed, promising a thrilling race with title contenders close behind. Isack Hadjar suffered his first Q1 elimination, as both Williams were knocked out in Q2, with Antonelli and Alonso fighting to advance.
