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via espn.comNorris on pole: 'Everything just came together'Lando Norris secured pole position for the Spanish Grand Prix, narrowly defeating championship leader Kimi Antonelli by just 0.011 seconds. After initially qualifying sixth, Norris found significant speed on his final lap, clocking a time that he regarded as one of the best in his career, despite making a mistake in the last corner that cost him additional time.
McLaren's team principal, Andrea Stella, praised Norris's performance, highlighting the potential of the car that had been evident throughout the weekend. The starting grid will see Ferrari's Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc on the second row, with George Russell in sixth place, just ahead of Piastri.
Sat 12 Sep · 17:29 UTC
via f1oversteer.comLando Norris Achieves Pole Position at Madring Grand PrixLando Norris secured pole position for the inaugural Madring Grand Prix with an impressive qualifying lap. McLaren team principal Andrea Stella praised Norris's performance, highlighting it as a significant achievement despite a costly mistake during the session.
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via Motorsport.comGeorge Russell Discusses Challenges During Madring Q3 QualifyingGeorge Russell qualified sixth for the Spanish Grand Prix, falling short of expectations. He attributed his performance to issues encountered during the Q3 session, while his teammate Kimi Antonelli secured second place.
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via F1iLando Norris Claims Pole Position in Dramatic Spanish Grand Prix QualifyingLando Norris secured pole position during the qualifying session for the Spanish Grand Prix, delivering what he described as one of the best laps of his career. Kimi Antonelli expressed disappointment at narrowly missing out on pole, having been competitive throughout the session.
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via PlanetF1FIA confirms McLaren fine after Lando Norris Spanish GP qualifying incidentThe FIA has confirmed that McLaren has been fined €900 due to Lando Norris exceeding the pit-lane speed limit during the qualifying session at the Spanish Grand Prix. Norris was recorded traveling at 88.5 km/h, which is 8.5 km/h over the allowed limit of 80 km/h. This incident occurred in the early stages of qualifying, shortly before Norris went on to secure pole position.
Norris achieved his third pole of the 2026 season with a time of 1:31.824, narrowly beating Kimi Antonelli of Mercedes by just 0.011 seconds. Despite being classified no higher than fourth in earlier practice sessions, Norris managed to improve significantly during qualifying, showcasing his ability to perform under pressure.
Sat 12 Sep · 16:10 UTC
via RacingNews365George Russell recounts 'annoying' moment which wrecked Spanish GP qualifyingGeorge Russell experienced a frustrating qualifying session for the Spanish Grand Prix, where he initially placed third but ultimately finished sixth. His performance was hindered by a mistake at Turn 11, which caused him to lose valuable time on his final lap, allowing Lando Norris, Max Verstappen, and Charles Leclerc to surpass him in the standings.
Russell's teammate, Kimi Antonelli, is currently leading the drivers' championship, with a significant gap of 66 points over Russell. The Spanish GP marks a historic return to Madrid for Formula 1, as it has not been held in the capital since 1981.
Sat 12 Sep · 16:02 UTC
via RaceFansCarlos Sainz Receives Grid Penalty for Spanish Grand PrixCarlos Sainz has been issued a three-place grid penalty for the upcoming Spanish Grand Prix. The penalty was a result of an infringement during qualifying, where he impeded Valtteri Bottas.
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via RacingNews365Kimi Antonelli offers 'very intense' explanation after Lando Norris 'snatched away' poleKimi Antonelli expressed his disappointment after narrowly missing out on pole position to Lando Norris during a highly competitive qualifying session for the Spanish Grand Prix. Antonelli finished just 11 milliseconds behind Norris, who was one of the last drivers to complete his lap, leaving Antonelli feeling that he had been 'snatched away' from the top spot despite a strong performance.
Despite the setback, Antonelli remains focused on the upcoming race, where track position will be crucial due to the circuit's challenging layout. He noted that both Hamilton and Russell, his closest competitors in the championship, did not qualify as well, which could play to his advantage as he seeks to maintain and extend his lead.Sat 12 Sep · 15:27 UTC
via RacingNews365Lando Norris reveals crash fear ahead of nailing best lap of his F1 careerLando Norris achieved a remarkable pole position for the Spanish Grand Prix, narrowly beating championship leader Kimi Antonelli by just 0.011 seconds. This accomplishment marks the 19th pole of his Formula 1 career and his third this season, showcasing his impressive skill and confidence on the track.
During the qualifying session, Norris revealed that he experienced a moment of fear as he approached the final corner, thinking he might crash into a wall. Despite this anxiety, he managed to deliver one of the best laps of his career, expressing his happiness and pride for both himself and his team after the successful run.Sat 12 Sep · 15:22 UTC
via F1i2026 Spanish Grand Prix Highlights Key Achievements and ResultsThe 2026 Spanish Grand Prix featured significant milestones for several drivers, including Leclerc's achievement of leading 1,000 laps. Verstappen secured a podium finish at his 32nd different circuit, showcasing the competitive nature of the race.+ 1 moreSat 12 Sep · 15:12 UTC
via AutosportLando Norris Claims Shock Pole Position at Spanish Grand PrixLando Norris secured pole position for the inaugural Spanish Grand Prix at the Madring circuit, narrowly beating Kimi Antonelli by just 0.011 seconds. Despite facing challenges earlier in the weekend, Norris described his final qualifying lap as one of the best of his career.
via RacingNews365FIA Investigates Multiple Drivers Following Spanish Grand Prix QualifyingThe FIA has initiated investigations involving several drivers after the qualifying session for the Spanish Grand Prix. George Russell, Kimi Antonelli, and Carlos Sainz are among those summoned by the stewards for potential regulatory breaches.+ 2 moreSat 12 Sep · 14:30 UTCGeorge RUSSELL leads the Qualifying at MadringGeorge RUSSELL takes the lead from Kimi ANTONELLI — live from Madring, Spain.
via PlanetF1Teams and Drivers Reflect on 2026 Spanish Grand Prix QualifyingThe qualifying session for the 2026 Spanish Grand Prix took place in Madrid, with teams and drivers sharing their insights. Reports from the event highlight the competitive atmosphere and key performances during the session.+ 2 moreSat 12 Sep · 13:31 UTC
via RacingNews365Toto Wolff Defends Mercedes Against Criticism from FansMercedes team principal Toto Wolff has responded to accusations from fans regarding the team's strategy during the Italian Grand Prix. He labeled the criticism as unfounded and referred to those making the claims as 'couch warriors'.+ 3 moreSat 12 Sep · 13:15 UTC
via gpfans.comLando Norris Secures Pole Position at 2026 Spanish Grand PrixLando Norris achieved pole position during the qualifying session for the 2026 Formula 1 Spanish Grand Prix. Kimi Antonelli will start alongside him on the front row at the newly inaugurated Madring circuit.
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via RacingNews365Kimi Antonelli Leads Disrupted FP3 at Spanish Grand PrixKimi Antonelli set the fastest time in a heavily interrupted final practice session for the Spanish Grand Prix. Lewis Hamilton's crash contributed to multiple red flags, impacting the overall running of the session.+ 4 moreSat 12 Sep · 11:53 UTC
via F1iKimi Antonelli Leads Final Practice Amid Crashes in MadridKimi Antonelli secured the fastest time in the final practice session for the Spanish Grand Prix at the Madring. The session was interrupted by crashes involving Lewis Hamilton and Ollie Bearman, resulting in red flags and delays.+ 8 moreSat 12 Sep · 11:10 UTCGabriel BORTOLETO leads the Practice 3 at MadringGabriel BORTOLETO takes the lead from Lando NORRIS — live from Madring, Spain.
via F1iRussell highlights worrying prospect for race day at MadringGeorge Russell expressed concerns about tyre degradation after the first day of practice at the new Madring circuit in Madrid. He noted that the track's unique characteristics could lead to significant thermal stress on the tyres, making race day a challenge for all teams. Russell's performance varied, as he topped the first practice session but slipped to fifth in the second due to set-up adjustments.
Mercedes' deputy team principal, Bradley Lord, echoed Russell's concerns, highlighting that the continuous cornering sequences on the track might lead to unexpected thermal effects on the tyres. With limited long-run data due to a crash during FP2, teams are left uncertain about tyre performance for the race, raising the possibility of a race strategy focused on managing thermal degradation.Sat 12 Sep · 07:38 UTCPage 7 of 36