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Lando Norris takes Spanish Grand Prix pole in Madrid

Lando Norris secured pole position for the Spanish Grand Prix in Madrid with a late qualifying lap. Multiple reports described the effort as a standout lap, with one noting it almost came undone and another highlighting that it beat Mercedes and Ferrari.

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September 12, 2026
Lando Norris takes Spanish Grand Prix pole in Madrid

Lando Norris claimed pole position for the Spanish Grand Prix in Madrid with a final effort in qualifying. Formula1.com described the lap as a "masterpiece" and said it was "almost unrepeatable."

Formula 1 also focused on how Norris produced the Madring pole lap, while PlanetF1 reported that the run nearly fell apart at one moment. That pole was presented as a surprise result, with Norris finishing ahead of Mercedes and Ferrari.

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