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Kimi Antonelli Wins Miami Pole for Mercedes After Sprint Setback in Stunning Qualifying Turnaround

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Published on 3 May 2026
Kimi Antonelli Wins Miami Pole for Mercedes After Sprint Setback in Stunning Qualifying Turnaround

Three straight poles and a direct block of Verstappen

Mercedes bounced back at the Miami Grand Prix as Kimi Antonelli stormed to pole shortly after a disappointing Saturday sprint. The result puts Antonelli on top of qualifying again, marking a third consecutive pole for the reigning title leader. He also delivered a key moment in the session by preventing Max Verstappen from taking control, setting up a high-stakes race start.

  • Antonelli secured pole after Mercedes’ sprint stumble
  • It’s Antonelli’s third consecutive pole in a row
  • He blocked Max Verstappen during qualifying
  • Mercedes’ rebound sets up a tense Miami race
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