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Oscar Piastri Seizes Sprint Race Pole at Belgian GP, Outpaces Verstappen

Oscar Piastri displayed remarkable skill at the Belgian Grand Prix by securing the sprint race pole position, overcoming early setbacks, including a deleted lap. His impressive time of 1m40.510s not only surpassed Red Bull's Max Verstappen but also placed him comfortably ahead of teammate Lando Norris.

Our Take:

Oscar Piastri's determination in sprint qualifying highlights his potential as a future star in Formula 1. Securing pole in such challenging conditions against a seasoned competitor like Verstappen speaks volumes about his drive and ability to perform under pressure.

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Source: Motorsport.com

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