George Russell claims pole position in Sprint Qualifying at Zandvoort
Formula1.com • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 6:18 PM
Last updated Aug 21, 2026
George Russell of Mercedes secured pole position during Sprint Qualifying ahead of the 2026 Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort. Russell achieved a time of 1:11.567, highlighting his return to form after the summer break. Teammate Kimi Antonelli struggled with damage to his car from an earlier session but managed to qualify fifth. Teams faced close competition, particularly from McLaren and Ferrari, indicating a tight battle ahead. The main Qualifying session will take place tomorrow.
- •Russell's pole time was 1:11.567 at Zandvoort.
- •Antonelli qualified fifth after damaging his car.
- •Teams are preparing for the main Qualifying tomorrow.
- •Close competition expected among top teams.
- •Russell aims to build on his Sprint form for race day.
"The drivers and teams report back on all the action from the Sprint Qualifying ahead of the 2026 Dutch Grand Prix from Zandvoort.
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