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Russell edges Antonelli to take pole in Canada

Russell edges Antonelli to take pole in Canada

Summary

George Russell won pole position for the Canadian Grand Prix by beating his Mercedes teammate Kimi Antonelli with a last-second lap. Russell also won the sprint race earlier the same day and will start first in Sunday’s main race.

Key Facts

  • George Russell secured pole position in the last moments of qualifying.
  • Russell beat Mercedes teammate Kimi Antonelli by 0.068 seconds.
  • Russell had won the sprint race held earlier on Saturday.
  • Kimi Antonelli had led before Russell’s final lap.
  • Lando Norris from McLaren was also a close contender for pole position.
  • Russell’s car was out of balance during qualifying but improved for the last lap.
  • Lewis Hamilton was fifth fastest and is under investigation for blocking Pierre Gasly.
  • Top 10 qualifiers included drivers from Mercedes, McLaren, Ferrari, Red Bull, and Alpine.
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