Ferrari locks out second and third in Austrian Grand Prix qualifying
Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton qualified second and third for the Austrian Grand Prix on a scorching day at Spielberg.
- 1'06"349
- 1'06"408
- 35°C
What Happened
In qualifying for the Austrian Grand Prix at the Spielberg track, both Ferrari SF-26s advanced through Q1 and Q2 on new Soft tyres. In Q3, Leclerc set a fastest lap of 1'06"349 and Hamilton a 1'06"408, securing second and third on the grid behind George Russell. Verstappen crashed into the barriers, causing several drivers to abort their laps.
Hamilton posts 1'07"290, Leclerc 1'07"543, both advance on new Softs.
Leclerc laps 1'07"030, Hamilton 1'06"994, both move to Q3.
Leclerc sets 1'06"349, Hamilton 1'06"408, after Verstappen's crash. Russell takes pole.
35°C
Track temperature reached 54°C during qualifying.
Why this matters
Ferrari's strong qualifying performance sets up a promising race, while Max Verstappen's crash adds uncertainty to tomorrow's grid.
Terms in This Story
- Soft tyres
- The softest compound of racing tyre, offering high grip but lower durability.
- Pole position
- The first starting position on the grid, awarded to the fastest qualifier.
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