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Verstappen Claims Pole at Zandvoort, Tsunoda Shocks with P2

Zandvoort, Netherlands – Max Verstappen will start the 2024 dutch Grand Prix from pole position after a dramatic qualifying session at the Circuit Zandvoort on 2024/08/24. However, the biggest surprise of the session was Yuki Tsunoda of RB, who secured an unexpected second place, splitting the Red Bull drivers. Charles Leclerc will start third.

Qualifying Results Shake Up Dutch Grand Prix Grid

the qualifying session was marked by challenging conditions and several notable performances. verstappen, driving for Red Bull Racing, set a blistering lap time of 1:07.696, securing his place at the front of the grid for Sunday’s race. Tsunoda’s notable performance, finishing just 0.074 seconds behind Verstappen, demonstrates the progress made by the RB team. Sergio Pérez will start fourth, completing a strong showing for Red Bull.

This result is particularly significant as the Dutch Grand Prix is Verstappen’s home race, and he will be aiming to delight the keen crowd with a victory.The qualifying outcome sets the stage for an exciting race, with verstappen looking to extend his championship lead. The performance of Tsunoda adds an element of unpredictability to the race, perhaps challenging the dominance of Red Bull.

Session Breakdown and Key Moments

Q1 saw several drivers struggle to find pace, with the bottom five being eliminated. Q2 continued to be competitive, with drivers battling to secure a place in the final session. the final ten drivers then went head-to-head in Q3, where Verstappen ultimately prevailed. Several drivers had laps deleted for track limits,adding to the drama.

Full Qualifying Results

The race is scheduled to begin on 2024/08/25 at 16:00 CEST.Fans are anticipating a thrilling contest as Verstappen aims to capitalize on his pole position advantage, while Tsunoda and Leclerc look to challenge the red Bull dominance. The unpredictable nature of the Zandvoort circuit promises a captivating spectacle for formula 1 enthusiasts.