VERSTAPPEN SALVAGES POLE POSITION IN USA GP 2025 QUALIFYING: ONE LAP WAS ENOUGH
Saturday, October 19, 2025 | Circuit of the Americas, Austin, Texas Dutchman Secured Top Spot on First Attempt Despite Missing Final Run The Circuit of the Americas in Austin Texas witnessed dramatic qualifying for the 2025 USA Grand Prix on Saturday as Max Verstappen secured pole position even though he didn't complete his final attempt in Q3. The front rows offer an exciting mix of drivers and teams promising a thrilling Sunday race at the 19th round of the Formula 1 World Championship. VERSTAPPEN: ONE ATTEMPT WAS ENOUGH Max Verstappen achieved the incredible. He secured pole position with a time of 1:32.510 on his first attempt in Q3 and the Dutchman didn't manage to start his final attempt before the checkered flag dropped. "I think in every segment the car was very strong. Sometimes it can just be tricky to put the whole lap together. It's very hot here and strong winds," said Verstappen after qualifying who maintained a 0.291-second advantage over s...