Verstappen breaks the track record during Superlap competition - Verstappen sets a new record, surpassing Vettel's previous best in a riveting contest.
In an exhilarating turn of events at the 2025 British Grand Prix, Max Verstappen of Red Bull Racing clinched the 44th pole position of his career, equalling the record set by Sebastian Vettel.
The achievement came after a thrilling battle for pole position, with Verstappen pushing harder on the final lap to take the lead. His team erupted in jubilation, the cheer echoing over the team radio, as Verstappen matched one of the most significant milestones in Formula One history.
Verstappen's pole position at Silverstone, a challenging circuit, gives him a strategic advantage in the race. It positions him well to increase his points tally and maintain his competitive edge in the championship, where he currently trails McLaren drivers Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris.
Piastri led the battle for pole position for a significant portion of the qualifying session but made a small mistake, finishing fifth. Norris, Piastri's McLaren teammate, claimed the third position, while Verstappen secured the top spot.
The battle for the championship is now between these three drivers. Piastri and Norris currently lead the drivers' championship, with Piastri having a 15-point advantage over Norris. However, Verstappen's recent retirement in Austria and his current 61-point deficit to Piastri make the race for the championship incredibly competitive.
Franco Colapinto, the replacement for Jack Doohan at Alpine, had a spin during the qualifying session. The incident has raised concerns about his seat due to a series of poor performances.
Nico Hülkenberg, the driver for Kick-Sauber, finished in a disappointing 19th place. In contrast, Lewis Hamilton, a record-breaking champion and crowd favourite at Silverstone, having won his home race nine times, is yet to win a Grand Prix with Ferrari after 11 races this season.
Formula 1 CEO Stefano Domenicali stated that Silverstone has the qualities to remain on the racing calendar forever. With nearly half a million fans expected at the British Grand Prix this weekend, it's clear that the event remains a significant draw for Formula One enthusiasts.
The British Grand Prix race is scheduled for 16:00 CEST and will air on Sky. The current standings of the drivers' championship may change after the race, making this weekend's event one not to be missed.
Max Verstappen, having equaled Sebastian Vettel's record of 44 pole positions in Formula 1 with his pole position at Silverstone, is well-positioned to maintain his competitive edge against McLaren drivers Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris in the championship. Meanwhile, Lewis Hamilton, a nine-time winner at the British Grand Prix and fan favorite, is yet to win a race with Ferrari this season, keeping the race for the championship intense as it involves three drivers, Verstappen, Piastri, and Norris.
