Lewis Hamilton delivered a masterclass in qualifying at the Mexico City Grand Prix, securing his first pole position since joining Ferrari. The seven-time world champion produced a flawless final lap in Q3 to narrowly beat Mercedes’ George Russell by just nine-thousandths of a second. This crucial performance breaks a long-standing drought for the Italian marque, marking Hamilton’s first front-row start for Ferrari in the current era.
Seven-time champion edges Russell by 0.009s to extend record tally to 105
The result extends Hamilton’s all-time record to 105 career pole positions, a testament to his enduring speed despite the team transition. Although Charles Leclerc had dominated earlier weekend sessions, both Ferrari drivers faced challenges in the final minutes. Leclerc and Red Bull’s Max Verstappen, who had led the initial Q3 runs, were forced into third and fourth respectively after errors on their final attempts, allowing Hamilton to seize the top spot.
With pole secured, Hamilton sets the stage for a high-stakes Sunday showdown. The race begins at 8pm, with build-up coverage starting at 6.30pm on Sky Sports F1. The primary narrative, however, remains the title race, as fans will watch to see if Kimi Antonelli can clinch the championship. Hamilton’s front-row lock-in adds another layer of drama to a weekend already defined by intense competition and high stakes.
Source: Sky Sports
