Russell Claims Pole at Las Vegas GP

a { color: #880000 !important; background: #ffeeee !important; } Russell Claims Pole at Las Vegas GPFormula 1 > SportsGeorge Russell secured pole position for the Las Vegas Grand Prix, edging out Carlos Sainz by just 0.098 seconds. Lewis Hamilton struggled, qualifying 10th after making critical errors. The championship battle remains intense as Lando Norris aims to outscore Max Verstappen to keep his title hopes alive.

What's happened

George Russell secured pole position for the Las Vegas Grand Prix, edging out Carlos Sainz by just 0.098 seconds. Lewis Hamilton struggled, qualifying 10th after making critical errors. The championship battle remains intense as Lando Norris aims to outscore Max Verstappen to keep his title hopes alive.

Why it matters

What the papers say

According to Philip Duncan from The Independent, Hamilton expressed disappointment after qualifying 10th, stating, "I should have been on pole but I am not." This reflects his frustration following a difficult season. Meanwhile, Duncan also noted Russell's impressive performance, highlighting his ability to secure pole despite earlier mistakes. The Independent's Kieran Jackson emphasized the significance of this race for the championship, noting that Norris must outscore Verstappen to keep his title hopes alive. The contrasting fortunes of Russell and Hamilton illustrate the shifting dynamics within Mercedes as the season nears its conclusion.

How we got here

The Las Vegas Grand Prix is a pivotal race in the Formula 1 season, with only two races remaining. Russell's performance comes after a challenging season for Mercedes, while Hamilton's recent struggles have raised questions about his future with the team.

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