Max Verstappen powered to a record-equalling eighth consecutive pole position, drawing level with Ayrton Senna on the Imola track that claimed the Brazilian legend’s life 30 years ago.
The McLarens were quick in a tight qualifying session for the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix – both their young drivers, Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri put up a spirited fight – but nothing could stop the Dutchman, whose remorseless surge to a fourth consecutive world title continues apace.
Senna, whose deeds are being celebrated at the venerable track this weekend, set the standard between his first pole in Jerez, Spain, in 1988, and his eighth in Phoenix, Arizona, in 1989. The McLaren star’s record stood for 35 years, until today.
‘It’s 30 years since he passed away, so it is very special and I am very pleased to get pole,’ reflected Verstappen on his timely feat. ‘It’s a nice memorial to him.
‘He was an incredible F1 driver, especially in qualifying. A great day for me, a great day for the team. I’m very, very happy.
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Max Verstappen secured pole position for the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix after qualifying
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It means Verstappen (right) has been on pole for the past eight races across 2023 and 2024
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Senna’s deeds are being celebrated this weekend, 30 years on from his tragic passing
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