Max Verstappen Clinches Dramatic Pole at Saudi Arabian Grand Prix Amid Norris's Crash
Source: news.source.gmanetwork_ph
Max Verstappen secured pole position for the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix in a thrilling session marked by Lando Norris's crash. Verstappen edged out McLaren's Oscar Piastri by a mere hundredth of a second, setting up an exciting race with McLaren showing strong pace. Norris, despite crashing out, is expected to make a comeback during the race due to the track's history of safety car periods.
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Max Verstappen took pole position for the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix with a last-second lap.
Lando Norris crashed during qualifying, finishing 10th but expected to recover in the race.
Oscar Piastri secured second place on the grid, marking a strong performance for McLaren.
The Jeddah Corniche Circuit's history suggests potential for safety car periods, which could benefit Norris.
Mercedes and Ferrari drivers George Russell and Charles Leclerc will start from the second row.
Verstappen expressed confidence but acknowledged the challenge from McLaren in the race.
