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Max Verstappen makes F1 history by breaking Lewis Hamilton record at Monza
Max Verstappen made history by setting the fastest lap in Formula 1 at the Italian Grand Prix to secure a surprise pole position, overtaking Lando Norris.
This achievement marked Verstappen’s first pole since July and surpassed Sebastian Vettel’s Red Bull record.
Verstappen broke the track record at Monza with a time of 1m18.792s, beating Lewis Hamilton’s previous record.
Despite a strong challenge from Norris, Verstappen improved on his final run during Q3 to secure the pole.
Nico Rosberg and Jamie Chadwick praised Verstappen’s exceptional performance under pressure, highlighting his skill in delivering perfect laps when it matters most.
