Racer Piastri emerges victorious in the desert-like grounds of Zandvoort

McLaren maintains its edge over Max Verstappen following the Formula 1 summer break, as evidenced by the world champion's top-tier performance at his home race in the Netherlands.

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2025 September 11 . 3:31 PM

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Triumphant Piastri conquers the sandy terrain of Zandvoort racetrack

Racer Piastri emerges victorious in the desert-like grounds of Zandvoort

The Formula 1 race in Zandvoort, Netherlands, resumed after a three-week summer break, and it's already proving to be an exciting event. The practice session was marked by several interruptions, but the McLaren drivers have been performing exceptionally well.

Oscar Piastri, one of the McLaren drivers, clinched the pole position in the qualifying round, setting a blistering pace that no other driver could match. His teammate, Lando Norris, followed closely behind, securing the second spot on the grid, just 0.012 seconds slower than Piastri.

However, it's not just the McLarens that are making headlines. Max Verstappen, the Red Bull Racing driver, is participating in the race, but his performance during the practice session was not as strong as the McLaren drivers. In fact, he was outclassed, trailing behind both Piastri and Norris. Verstappen managed to secure the third starting position in the qualifying round, but it's clear that he has his work cut out for him if he wants to challenge the McLarens.

Meanwhile, Ferrari is facing challenges in the race. The Italian team has been experiencing frustration, with their drivers struggling to keep up with the pace set by the McLarens and Red Bull. It remains to be seen how they will fare in the actual race, but for now, it's the McLarens that are dominating the qualifying round.

The Formula 1 race in Zandvoort is a tight race between the two McLarens, with Piastri and Norris pushing each other to deliver their best. The qualifying round is just the precursor to the main event, and it promises to be an exciting battle between the two McLaren drivers and Verstappen.

As the race progresses, we will keep you updated on the latest developments from Zandvoort. Stay tuned for more updates from the Formula 1 race in Zandvoort.