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McLaren expected the fight for British GP pole to come from Ferrari, but it was the reigning world champion who dealt the hammer blow.
McLaren team principal Andrea Stella made a lighthearted remark about Max Verstappen’s impressive Silverstone pole position, stating that he is no longer surprised by Verstappen’s abilities. Verstappen’s outstanding final lap in qualifying denied both McLarens pole for the British Grand Prix. Although Oscar Piastri initially held provisional pole, Verstappen’s 1m 24.892 lap pushed him to second on the grid. Stella expressed surprise at the strong performance of both Verstappen and George Russell, with Ferrari settling for fifth and sixth positions. Despite the unexpected results in qualifying, Stella acknowledged Verstappen’s talent and emphasized the competitiveness of the upcoming race, predicting an exciting and close battle on race day.
