Verstappen reacts to ‘incredible’ first pole of season

03-10-2026 12:29 via formula1.com

Verstappen reacts to ‘incredible’ first pole of season

Max Verstappen secured his first pole position of 2026 during Qualifying for the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia, an achievement that the Red Bull driver felt was an "amazing moment".

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Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia | Qualifying highlights

Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia | Qualifying highlights