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Verstappen Puts F1 Rivals on Notice with Blazing Sprint Pole at Austin

Arthur Ling by Arthur Ling
October 19, 2024
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Verstappen Puts F1 Rivals on Notice with Blazing Sprint Pole at Austin

AUSTIN, TEXAS - OCTOBER 18: Max Verstappen of the Netherlands driving the (1) Oracle Red Bull Racing RB20 on track during Sprint Qualifying ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of United States at Circuit of The Americas on October 18, 2024 in Austin, Texas. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images) // Getty Images / Red Bull Content Pool // SI202410190067 // Usage for editorial use only //

Max Verstappen has sent shockwaves through the Formula 1 paddock after clinching the pole position for the 2024 US Grand Prix Sprint Race with a blistering lap time of 1:32.833. Entering the weekend, Verstappen wasn’t seen as the outright favorite, but his pole-winning performance has firmly put him back in the spotlight, striking fear into his closest competitors.

The Red Bull ace, currently leading the drivers’ standings by 52 points, outpaced the likes of Mercedes’ George Russell and Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc to take the top spot for the 19-lap showdown at the Circuit of the Americas (COTA). Despite not topping the timesheets in practice, Verstappen’s remarkable pace in qualifying has stunned both fans and pundits.

Red Bull advisor Helmut Marko couldn’t contain his excitement, declaring that Red Bull is back to its dominant form following a somewhat inconsistent second half of the season.

“I would say Red Bull is back. Yes, Red Bull is back,” Marko said, elated by Verstappen’s stunning lap.

Verstappen’s third-place result in practice didn’t initially place him among the favorites, with many tipping McLaren’s Lando Norris to take pole. However, Norris, who is Verstappen’s closest championship rival, could only manage fourth in Sprint Qualifying (SQ3), much to the surprise of the paddock.

Taking to social media to celebrate his pole, Verstappen shared his joy with fans, posting on Instagram:

“Nice one! We’re off to a good start here in Austin. Let’s keep pushing!”

The Sprint race will undoubtedly be intense, with George Russell starting alongside Verstappen on the front row and Charles Leclerc in third. The battle for Turn 1 will be crucial, with both Russell and Leclerc eager to capitalize on the long run to the first corner at COTA.

With only 19 laps, the Sprint race promises a thrilling dash to the finish, and while Verstappen is in the prime position to control proceedings, a strong getaway will be critical to fend off the challenges from the chasing pack. Can Verstappen convert his pole into victory and extend his championship lead, or will his rivals have something to say in the high-stakes Sprint? All eyes will be on the reigning world champion as he looks to add another triumph to his incredible season.

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