Lando Norris Secures Pole Ahead Oscar Piastri Belgian GP

Lando Norris secured pole position for the 2025 Belgian Grand Prix, narrowly beating his McLaren teammate Oscar Piastri by 0.085 seconds in a highly competitive qualifying session. Charles Leclerc of Ferrari qualified third, just ahead of reigning world champion Max Verstappen, who finished fourth on the grid. In the sprint race prior to qualifying, Verstappen claimed victory following the recent dismissal of Red Bull team principal Christian Horner, while Piastri extended his championship lead to nine points over Norris. During the race, Norris finished third behind Verstappen and Piastri, maintaining an intense rivalry among the top drivers as the season reaches its midpoint. The Belgian Grand Prix promises further thrilling competition as Norris aims for a third consecutive win and Piastri looks to protect his championship lead. The event marks a pivotal moment for Red Bull as they adjust to leadership changes amid ongoing championship battles.