F1 LIVE: Dutch Grand Prix 2026 UK time, qualifying, start time, radio & updates
Lando Norris secured pole position for the Dutch Grand Prix after a competitive qualifying session affected by rain. He narrowly beat George Russell, while Kimi Antonelli showed strong performance to finish third.
Why it matters
Formula 1 qualifying results set the grid for the race, significantly influencing the outcome of the Grand Prix and the championship standings.
Andrew Benson BBC F1 correspondent in Zandvoort
McLaren's Lando Norris beat Mercedes' George Russell to pole position at the Dutch Grand Prix during a frantic scramble to complete laps before a late shower of rain.
Norris pipped Russell by 0.102 seconds as raindrops began to appear on the drivers' visors. They completed their runs earlier than they would normally do because of the weather.
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