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“Mind-blowing” Verstappen pole hailed as ‘one of the greatest in F1 history’
Max Verstappen, the Red Bull driver, dominated every session and secured pole position at Suzuka, beating McLaren’s Oscar Piastri by a significant 0.581s. His final lap, in particular, left spectators in awe, with ex-F1 driver Chandhok calling it one of the greatest qualifying laps in F1 history. Verstappen’s attention to detail and precise driving impressed pundits, and his team principal, Christian Horner, described his performance as “mind-blowing.” Verstappen himself admitted that the lap brought a smile to his face and credited his confidence throughout the weekend for his success. He highlighted the enjoyment he experienced while driving, as he felt he could push the car to its limits without hesitation.
Source: Crash
