Kimi Antonelli secured pole position at the Miami Grand Prix with a time of 1m 27.798s, marking his third consecutive pole this season. He beat Max Verstappen by 0.166 seconds to claim the top spot.
Antonelli’s performance continues to highlight his dominance in the current Formula 1 season. He leads the championship standings by seven points over teammate George Russell, who will start the race in fifth position. This achievement comes after previous poles in China and Japan.
The Miami Grand Prix race was moved to 6 p.m. UK time due to the threat of thunderstorms. This decision reflects ongoing concerns about weather conditions affecting the event.
Key facts:
- Kimi Antonelli’s pole time: 1m 27.798s
- Lead over Max Verstappen: 0.166 seconds
- Consecutive pole positions: 3
- Points lead over George Russell: 7
- George Russell’s starting position: 5th
- Previous poles in China and Japan
- New race time due to thunderstorms: 6 p.m.
Toto Wolff praised Antonelli’s performance, stating, “That first lap was really special. He was three or more tenths ahead of the next guy. Spectacular. That made the pole.” This sentiment underscores the expectations surrounding Mercedes and their young driver.
Mercedes has maintained a strong performance in qualifying this season, with Antonelli’s pole position being a continuation of that trend. His ability to excel despite recent struggles with upgrades speaks volumes about his skill and potential.
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