Max Verstappen reflects on Red Bull's Q3 grip struggles after qualifying P2 in Austin and praises Kimi Antonelli's 2026 F1 title campaign.
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Verstappen optimistic about 2026 F1 United States GP race pace despite disappointing Q3 performance

Max Verstappen expressed frustration with Red Bull’s performance during the final segment of Qualifying for the 2026 F1 United States GP, despite securing second place on the grid behind Mercedes’ Kimi Antonelli. The Dutchman had demonstrated competitive pace throughout Q1 and Q2 but struggled with an unexpected lack of rear grip during Q3, preventing him…

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Antonelli reflects on Mercedes' progress, gusty qualifying conditions and his first shot to take the F1 title at the 2026 United States GP.
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Antonelli hails Mercedes upgrade progress after surprise pole at the United States GP as 2026 F1 title beckons

Kimi Antonelli secured his seventh pole position of the 2026 F1 season at the United States GP, beating Max Verstappen and Isack Hadjar during Saturday’s Qualifying session at the Circuit of the Americas (COTA). The Mercedes driver delivered a 1:34.035 on his opening Q3 attempt, securing pole by 0.179 seconds ahead of Verstappen, while Hadjar…

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