Formula One 2026: Belgian Grand Prix qualifying
Kimi Antonelli secures pole position at the Belgian Grand Prix, beating out Max Verstappen at Spa-Francorchamps.
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- Primary Driver: Kimi Antonelli secures pole position at the Belgian Grand Prix, beating out Max Verstappen at Spa-Francorchamps.
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Kimi Antonelli has taken the pole position for the Belgian Grand Prix, finishing ahead of Max Verstappen. The event is taking place at the Spa-Francorchamps circuit.
Coverage from BBC and Sky Sports emphasizes the qualifying results and live race weekend updates. Autosport specifically highlights the efforts of Ferrari to repair Lewis Hamilton's car before the qualifying session.
Attention now turns to the race itself, with further updates on results and highlights being provided via Sky Sports and Mashable, which notes free viewing options for the weekend.
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Who won the pole position at the Belgian GP?
Kimi Antonelli took pole from Max Verstappen.
Where is the race being held?
The race weekend is taking place at Spa-Francorchamps.
What is the status of Lewis Hamilton's car?
According to Autosport, Ferrari was working to fix Hamilton's car in time for qualifying.
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