Australian GP: Can Ferrari make flying start in race?

Saturday 7 March 2026 08:09, UK

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After crashing at the end of Q3, Kimi Antonelli was 'grateful' to his mechanics as the Mercedes driver qualified second in Melbourne.

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George Russell and his Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff were thrilled after securing a dominant pole in the season opener.

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