F1: McLaren’s Oscar Piastri claims Chinese Grand Prix pole
Source: news.source.inquirer
McLaren's Oscar Piastri secured his first-ever Formula 1 pole position at the Chinese Grand Prix on March 22, 2025, outperforming Mercedes' George Russell. Lewis Hamilton, who won the sprint race earlier, will start fifth for Ferrari in the main race. The second row will feature Piastri's teammate Lando Norris and world champion Max Verstappen.
Key Points
Oscar Piastri achieved his first F1 pole position at the Chinese Grand Prix.
George Russell will start alongside Piastri on the front row.
Lewis Hamilton won the sprint race and will start fifth in the main race.
Lando Norris and Max Verstappen will occupy the second row.
Piastri emphasized the importance of maintaining the lead at the start to preserve tires.
