P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Max Verstappen snatched pole position for the 2024 United States Grand Prix sprint race, as Formula 1 championship rival Lando Norris qualified down in fourth on a tricky day for McLaren
Max Verstappen captured pole position for the 2024 United States Grand Prix sprint race, with Lando Norris qualifying in fourth place, needing to close the 52-point gap to stay in contention for the championship. Norris expressed dissatisfaction with his lap but acknowledged it could have been worse. Verstappen faced ride problems in the Red Bull but still secured pole by a slim margin over George Russell’s Mercedes. Lewis Hamilton struggled in seventh place after a near-spin, unable to match Russell’s impressive pace. Landmarks in the midfield include Charles Leclerc in third, with Carlos Sainz fifth and Nico Hulkenberg in sixth, all failing to surpass Russell’s provisional pole lap. Meanwhile, unexpected eliminations in the session included Sergio Perez in SQ2, Liam Lawson in 15th due to a deleted lap, and Oscar Piastri in 16th after a track limits violation, showcasing the challenging competition in the field.
