WEB FORMULA 1 QATAR AIRWAYS QATAR GRAND PRIX 2023 - QUALIFYING
Sprint Qualifying Recap
The Formula 1 Sprint Qualifying returned at the Qatar Grand Prix on Saturday, with a thrilling session determining the starting grid for Sunday's race. Max Verstappen emerged victorious, securing pole position for Red Bull Racing ahead of Mercedes duo George Russell and Lewis Hamilton.
Key Moments
The race started with a chaotic opening lap, with McLaren rookie Oscar Piastri making a poor start while Verstappen maintained the lead. The Dutchman controlled the pace throughout the 19-lap sprint, while Sergio Perez in the other Red Bull struggled to make an impact.
Verstappen eventually crossed the line with a comfortable margin over Russell, who had held off Hamilton throughout the race. Carlos Sainz Jr. finished fourth for Ferrari, followed by Fernando Alonso in the Alpine.
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