P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Piastri fastest in Sprint Shootout as McLaren secure front row lockout
During the Sprint Shootout, Pirelli discovered “micro-cuts” on the tires, which led to the narrowing of the track and the addition of a painted kerb. If the issue persists, a mandatory three-stop race may be enforced for the Grand Prix on Sunday. In the qualifying sessions, drivers faced track limit violations, resulting in deleted lap times and eliminations. Charles Leclerc, Lance Stroll, Alex Albon, Yuki Tsunoda, Kevin Magnussen, and Logan Sargeant were among the drivers eliminated. Lando Norris secured pole position for the Sprint, followed by his teammate Daniel Ricciardo. Max Verstappen will start in third, and he needs three points to secure his third consecutive Driver’s Championship.
Source: Motorsport Week
