Miami GP Sprint Qualifying: Lando Norris ends Mercedes' 2026 qualifying run with McLaren's first pole of 2026 F1 season

Lando Norris claimed McLaren's first pole position of the 2026 F1 season at the Miami Grand Prix Sprint Qualifying, ending Mercedes' run of poles that had dominated the opening three rounds. The world champion set the benchmark time of 1:27.869 to top the session, with championship leader Kimi Antonelli taking second place. The result came after a five-week break and amid significant car upgrades introduced by the leading teams.