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Max Verstappen delivered a stunning performance to take pole position for the 2025 Formula 1 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix in Jeddah, shaking up expectations after a mixed showing in final practice. The Red Bull driver turned things around in qualifying, surprising many after finishing FP3 almost a second off the pace.
Heading into qualifying, it was McLaren’s Lando Norris who looked to have the upper hand. He narrowly edged out team-mate Oscar Piastri by just 0.024 seconds in the final practice session. George Russell showed strong pace in his Mercedes to take third, while Verstappen only managed fourth, raising questions about his form.
Meanwhile, Lewis Hamilton continued to struggle, finishing 12th in practice for Ferrari. With his recent qualifying challenges, many wondered if he might face an early exit in Q1 or Q2.
The Jeddah Corniche Circuit, known for its high-speed layout and tight corners, once again delivered drama, including a crash from Norris that added further tension to the session.
All eyes are now on the starting grid and how this surprise pole position might influence the race. Stay tuned for all the latest with our live coverage and timing updates as we build toward race day in Saudi Arabia.
