11:08: Norris jumps to P1 with a 1:04.268. Leclerc then pumps in a solid lap that is good for P2, splitting the McLaren duo. Verstappen’s lap is good for P6, behind both McLarens, both Ferraris, and Russell who is in fifth.

However, Max Verstappen remains a formidable threat at Red Bull’s home circuit, having won the most races and secured the most poles there. Mercedes, fresh off George Russell’s victory in Canada, is also a strong contender.

Lando Norris stormed to pole position for the Formula 1 Austrian Grand Prix as his dominant weekend in Spielberg continued. The McLaren driver had sat out of FP1 but since then he has led the way in every session and was untouchable in a Q3 session that was tempered by a late yellow flag.