Max Verstappen claimed the pole position for the Japanese Grand Prix, showcasing his driving prowess yet again. Trailing just behind him were McLaren’s talented duo, Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri, taking the second and third slots respectively. Charles Leclerc secured fourth place for Ferrari, while Lewis Hamilton ended up in eighth position. Meanwhile, drivers Liam Lawson and Yuki Tsunoda qualified in 14th and 15th places.
An unexpected grass fire, marking the third of its kind, disrupted the second qualifying session with a red flag, following similar interruptions during the final practice. For those in the UK, tune into 5 Sports Extra’s coverage by selecting the audio tab for more insights and commentary.