Oscar Piastri seized pole position in a dramatic F1 sprint qualifying at the Brazilian Grand Prix, leading McLaren’s domination over Red Bull’s Max Verstappen. Piastri edged out his teammate Lando Norris to take the top spot, delivering a stunning performance that left Verstappen trailing in fourth place.

Piastri couldn’t resist a playful jab at Verstappen following the session, saying, “Sometimes, it’s just not your day – even for the big guys.” This remark adds fuel to the intense rivalry between McLaren and Red Bull as the teams head into the full race.

In a day full of surprises, seven-time champion Lewis Hamilton was eliminated in the second round of qualifying (SQ2), unable to find the pace to advance, while Sergio Perez also faltered due to a Red Bull miscalculation. Hamilton’s unexpected exit has sparked questions about Mercedes’ race strategy moving forward.

With Piastri on pole and Verstappen struggling, the stage is set for a thrilling showdown in Brazil, as Piastri and McLaren look to continue their upward trajectory against Red Bull’s defending champion.