P1racenews AI automatic summary:
He laid the foundations in Friday’s opening practice and on Saturday Max Verstappen converted his practice form to pole position
The reigning champion dominated all three qualifying sessions and secured a fourth consecutive pole position for the 2024 Grand Prix uncontested. His team-mate, Sergio Perez, fought hard to ensure a Red Bull front-row lockout. The intense battle for positions intensified with competitors striving to avoid elimination in the qualifying sessions. Despite challenges, Max Verstappen claimed his fourth pole position in 2024, while his team-mate Perez secured the second position on the grid. McLaren’s Lando Norris displayed a strong performance and will be starting from the second row alongside Carlos Sainz. The exciting qualifying session set the stage for a thrilling race ahead.