George Russell takes Sprint pole position at Dutch Grand Prix in Zandvoort
Formula1.com • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 6:50 PM
Last updated Aug 21, 2026

George Russell secured pole position for the Sprint at the Dutch Grand Prix in Zandvoort. The qualifying session saw tight competition, with less than a tenth of a second separating the top four positions, showcasing a strong performance from Mercedes, Ferrari, and McLaren. Russell's pace improved throughout practice leading up to the Sprint, where he finished strong after consistent results in the first two phases. The Sprint Qualifying reflects the team's ability to perform under pressure.
- •Russell edged out competitors from Ferrari and McLaren for pole position.
- •Mercedes showed competitive pace throughout the Sprint Qualifying session.
- •Russell had been building speed from earlier practice sessions.
- •The top four were within a tenth of a second of each other.
"F1.com's Lawrence Barretto delves into the data from Sprint Qualifying at the Dutch Grand Prix.
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