Verstappen takes first pole of year as Red Bull upgrade transforms F1 weekend in Malaysia
Even Lewis Hamilton, starting second, fears Max Verstappen will be tough to beat in Sunday's Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia.
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Verstappen takes first 2026 pole ahead of Hamilton
Max Verstappen takes his and Red Bull's first pole position of 2026 with an imperious performance in qualifying at the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia.
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Russell says his 'confidence is back and growing'
George Russell says he "doesn't feel lost any more" as he seeks to end a difficult season on a high and chase down team-mate Kimi Antonelli's championship lead.
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