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Max Verstappen Shatters F1 Record at Monza with Jaw-Dropping Fastest Lap as Lando Norris Rises

Harry Stone by Harry Stone
September 6, 2025
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Max Verstappen Shatters F1 Record at Monza with Jaw-Dropping Fastest Lap as Lando Norris Rises

Formula One F1 - Italian Grand Prix - Autodromo Nazionale Monza, Monza, Italy - September 6, 2025 Red Bull's Max Verstappen after qualifying in pole position with third placed McLaren's Oscar Piastri REUTERS/Jakub Porzycki

Max Verstappen Shatters F1 Records with Explosive Pole Position at Monza!

In a breathtaking display of speed and skill, Max Verstappen has obliterated the Formula 1 record books at Monza, clinching pole position for the Italian Grand Prix with a blistering lap that has left fans and competitors alike in awe. The Red Bull superstar clocked an astonishing 1:18.792, achieving an average speed of 264.7 kph (164.47 mph) and decisively surpassing Lewis Hamilton’s previous record set in 2020.

Verstappen’s jaw-dropping performance not only secured him the top spot on the grid but also cemented his status as one of the most formidable talents in F1 history. The Dutch ace finished nearly a tenth of a second clear of his closest rival, Lando Norris, who fought valiantly to secure his position alongside Verstappen on the front row.

Behind the leading duo, Oscar Piastri excitedly claimed the third-fastest time, showcasing his rising potential, while Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc and the seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton rounded out the top five. However, Hamilton’s hopes of a strong start were dashed by a five-place grid penalty, relegating him to tenth position.

In an unexpected twist, Isack Hadjar found himself facing the harsh reality of elimination in Q1, just a week after celebrating a podium finish at Zandvoort. The young Racing Bulls driver, who qualified in P16, is set to face further challenges as he will start from the pit lane following a power unit change.

As the nail-biting qualifying session unfolded, the McLarens, particularly Norris, encountered complications as they were split by the home hero, Kimi Antonelli, disrupting their strategy for optimal lap times. Norris, who initially struggled, narrowly avoided the drop zone and managed to scrape into Q3, leaving behind Ollie Bearman. Meanwhile, Fernando Alonso expertly inserted himself between the Ferraris, adding another layer of drama to the grid.

The session experienced a brief delay as track cleaning became necessary after Hadjar’s gravel incident, which proved pivotal for his early exit. Once the action resumed, Alex Albon and Carlos Sainz set out to establish early benchmarks, but the other competitors soon surged ahead, with Verstappen’s remarkable 1:19.140 placing him firmly at the top.

Despite the promising signs from Williams during practice, both Sainz and Albon fell short of qualifying for Q3, settling for P13 and P14, respectively. As the tension mounted, Verstappen’s dominance became undeniable, effectively proving once again why he is the reigning champion and a force to be reckoned with in the world of motorsport.

The Italian Grand Prix promises to be an exhilarating race, with Verstappen leading the pack and a host of fierce competitors eager to challenge his supremacy. Will anyone be able to dethrone the king of speed? Only time will tell as the engines roar to life at the legendary Monza circuit!

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