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Norris reacts to being beaten to Zandvoort Sprint pole
Lando Norris narrowly missed out on delivering McLaren another pole position as he settled for second place in Sprint Qualifying in the Netherlands.
Russell admits confidence ‘wasn’t highest’ before Sprint pole
Mercedes' George Russell bounced back from a tricky run to seal pole in Sprint Qualifying at the Dutch Grand Prix.
Leclerc hails 'best lap this year' as Hamilton struggles
Ferrari drivers Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton have reflected on their vastly different Sprint Qualifying performances ahead of the Dutch Grand Prix, with the former describing it as "my best Qualifying lap this year".
Antonelli explains how SQ1 gravel trip cost him ‘big time’
Mercedes driver Kimi Antonelli was left to ponder what might have been after ending Friday’s Sprint Qualifying session at Zandvoort down in fifth position, via a trip through the gravel in the opening phase.
Verstappen reflects on 'tricky' Dutch Sprint Qualifying
Max Verstappen admits that he and Red Bull "need to understand" why they struggled for car balance during Sprint Qualifying ahead of the Dutch Grand Prix, with the home hero only able to achieve sixth on the grid.
Lawson gives his take on first day back in a Red Bull
After a last-minute call-up to Red Bull ahead of the Dutch Grand Prix weekend, Liam Lawson will line up in P11 on the grid for Saturday's Sprint.
Tsunoda admits feeling ‘like a rookie’ in Zandvoort return
Yuki Tsunoda has reflected on his first day at the Dutch Grand Prix, where he returned to Racing Bulls as part of his reserve driver duties.
How Alpine's upgrades put Gasly into the midfield battle
Alpine's Pierre Gasly progressed through to SQ3 for the 2026 Dutch Grand Prix, ending the Sprint Qualifying in eighth and taking the honours of the best of the rest.
What the teams said – Sprint Qualifying in the Netherlands
The drivers and teams report back on all the action from the Sprint Qualifying ahead of the 2026 Dutch Grand Prix from Zandvoort.
Antonelli reveals title battle mindset for Dutch GP
Kimi Antonelli admits he intends to "drive as free as possible" despite the pressure of leading this year's Formula 1 Drivers' Championship, and that the Mercedes driver's biggest opponent could be himself.
Albon and Sainz explain why they have kept faith in Williams
With Alex Albon and Carlos Sainz recently confirmed to remain at Williams into 2027, both drivers have explained the thinking behind their decision to stay ahead of the Dutch Grand Prix.
AS IT HAPPENED: All the action from FP1 at Zandvoort
Live coverage of Friday's first practice session for the 2026 Dutch Grand Prix.