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George Russell's pole position confirmed after Austrian GP qualifying review

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 3:28 PM

Last updated Jun 27, 2026

George Russell's pole position confirmed after Austrian GP qualifying review

Summary

George Russell secured pole position for the Austrian Grand Prix following a qualifying session at the Red Bull Ring on June 27. The stewards determined that his speed reduction during a yellow flag was sufficient and opted for no penalties. Ferrari team principal Fred Vasseur acknowledged the decision but expressed concerns about the lack of access to mini sector data. Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton qualified second and third, respectively, with Max Verstappen starting fifth. The race is set to take place on June 28 at 2:00 p.m. local time.

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By the Numbers

•Stewards found Russell's yellow flag response adequate with no penalty imposed.
•Leclerc and Hamilton join Russell on the front row for the race.
•Verstappen qualified fifth after a Q3 exit.
•The race begins June 28 at 2:00 p.m. local time.
•Aston Martin drivers Alonso and Stroll start at the back in P21 and P22.

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3:28 PMYahoo Sports — Ferrari’s Vasseur Accepts Russell Pole Will Stand After Austrian GP Qualifying Drama

What they're saying

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The stewards concluded that Russell’s reduction in speed was adequate for a single yellow, and the matter was closed without penalty. Toto Wolff wasn’t exactly surprised. Speaking on Sky Sports F1, the Mercedes team principal made clear he never doubted…
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