Lando Norris claims pole position amid challenging conditions at Dutch GP

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Last updated Aug 23, 2026

Lando Norris claims pole position amid challenging conditions at Dutch GP
Summary

Lando Norris secured pole position for the Dutch Grand Prix under threatening rain conditions. Despite feeling that his McLaren lacked pace, Norris delivered a strong performance in qualifying, surprising even himself. He noted that the rain may have helped by cooling track temperatures, although he acknowledged ongoing struggles with the car's low-speed handling. Norris is cautious about race pace as he heads into the event, looking to build on this unexpected qualifying success.

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  • Norris achieved pole position for the Dutch Grand Prix on August 23.
  • The qualifying session faced light rain threats affecting track conditions.
  • Norris reported issues with low-speed handling in his McLaren.
  • He remains focused on race pace challenges despite his qualifying success.
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  • 7:00 AMYahoo SportsHow bravery, light rain, and "big balls" earned Norris a shock pole
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Lando Norris produced a qualifying masterclass when the heavens threatened to open, snatching a sensational pole position despite admitting his McLaren is still far from well-behaved. Heading into qualifying after a frustrating Sprint, Norris had written off his chances, claiming the car simply lacked the pace to fight at the very front.

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