In a shocking turn of events at the F1 2025 Japanese Grand Prix qualifying session, Max Verstappen from Red Bull clinched the pole position, leaving the McLarens trailing behind at Suzuka. Verstappen’s record-breaking lap time of 1:26.983s edged out Lando Norris by a mere 0.012s, while Oscar Piastri secured the third spot.
The competition heated up as Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc secured a spot on the second row, with Mercedes’ George Russell not far behind in fifth place. The grid for Sunday’s race will see Andrea Kimi Antonelli alongside his Mercedes teammate, setting the stage for an intense battle on the track.
Surprising many, Racing Bulls’ Isack Hadjar impressed by securing the seventh position, shaking up the order of traditional powerhouses. The top ten was rounded out by Ferrari’s Lewis Hamilton, Williams’ Alex Albon, and Haas’ Oliver Bearman, promising an electrifying race day.
Fans are eager to witness the showdown between Verstappen and the rest of the field as they vie for victory in the upcoming Grand Prix. Stay tuned for the full results and get ready for a thrilling race day at the Japanese Grand Prix in 2025.