P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Max Verstappen stormed to pole position for F1’s Abu Dhabi GP, two tenths ahead of both McLarens, to set up an exciting showdown to the Drivers’ Championship.
Max Verstappen secured pole position for the Formula 1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, leading the way ahead of both McLarens, setting the stage for a thrilling championship battle.
Verstappen’s dominant performance at Yas Marina Circuit kept his title hopes alive, with Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri unable to challenge, despite Norris securing a front-row start by a slim margin.
The qualifying session saw George Russell initially showing strong pace but ultimately settling for fifth, with Charles Leclerc and Fernando Alonso rounding out the top six.
The session unfolded with Verstappen setting the early pace in Q1, while Norris and Piastri showcased impressive performances to secure high grid positions.
Lewis Hamilton faced another disappointing Q1 exit, with Russell, Bearman, and Antonelli putting up strong showings but ultimately falling short in their quest for pole position.
The excitement continued into Q2, with Verstappen and Norris battling for the top spot, while Russell, Piastri, Alonso, and others vied for strong grid placements.
Ultimately, Russell emerged as the fastest in Q2, setting the stage for a thrilling Q3 shootout for pole position.
In the final qualifying session, Verstappen delivered a stellar lap to secure pole, with Norris and Piastri following closely behind, setting the stage for an intense race day in Abu Dhabi.
