Norris takes Dutch GP pole ahead of Russell and Antonelli
Lando Norris secured pole position for the 2026 Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort, edging George Russell by 0.102 seconds in a tight Qualifying finish. Kimi Antonelli completed the top three after Norris improved on his final Q3 lap as rain approached the circuit.
Norris claimed pole for the Dutch Grand Prix with a best time of 1m11.163s in Q3 at Zandvoort. He delivered the lap under pressure on his final run, finishing 0.102 seconds clear of Russell.
Russell, the Sprint winner, also improved on his last attempt but ended Qualifying second with a 1m11.265s. Mercedes driver Antonelli took third place to complete the top three.
McLaren had been strong throughout the session, with Oscar Piastri fastest in Q1 before Norris led Q2. The decisive final laps came with rain approaching the seaside circuit.
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