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Antonelli takes Belgium pole from Verstappen

Antonelli takes Belgium pole from Verstappen

Summary

Kimi Antonelli won pole position at the Belgian Grand Prix, leading Mercedes teammate George Russell by over half a second. Max Verstappen took second despite receiving help from teammate Isack Hadjar, who has a grid penalty. Lando Norris qualified third but will start 13th due to a penalty.

Key Facts

  • Kimi Antonelli leads the drivers' championship by 25 points over George Russell.
  • Antonelli achieved his sixth pole position in 10 races this year.
  • George Russell qualified fourth, more than 0.5 seconds behind Antonelli.
  • Max Verstappen qualified second with a boost from a slipstream from teammate Isack Hadjar.
  • Verstappen has a 30-place grid penalty for exceeding the engine parts limit.
  • Lando Norris qualified third but will start 13th due to a 10-place grid penalty.
  • Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton qualified fifth and sixth.
  • British rookie Arvid Lindblad impressed by qualifying eighth in an upgraded Racing Bull car.
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