George Russell claims pole position for Barcelona Grand Prix
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 13, 2026, 4:08 PM
Last updated Jun 13, 2026
George Russell has secured pole position for the 2026 Formula 1 Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix, ending Kimi Antonelli's five-race streak. Lewis Hamilton will start alongside Russell on the front row. The race is scheduled for June 14 at 3:00pm CEST, expected to occur under hot and dry conditions with temperatures around 27°C. Tyre management may play a critical role given the warm weather and challenging track conditions during qualifying. Teams are preparing for the race weekend, aiming to adapt their strategies accordingly.
- •George Russell takes pole position, breaking Kimi Antonelli's streak.
- •Lewis Hamilton qualifies second, making it a Mercedes front row.
- •Race scheduled for June 14 at 3:00pm CEST.
- •Weather forecast predicts hot and dry conditions with 27°C temperatures.
- •Tyre management is expected to be crucial during the race.
- 4:08 PMYahoo Sports — F1 Barcelona GP: Sunday race schedule, weather forecast and how to watch
"Everything you need to know ahead of Sunday's running at the 2026 Formula 1 Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix, including weather forecast and TV times
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