Verstappen delivers another champion’s lap, Norris crashes out: here’s the full STARTING GRID for the Saudi Arabian GP!
A pole position worthy of a champion: Max Verstappen pulled off yet another masterpiece with a stunning lap that not only secured him the top spot but also proved crucial in keeping his title hopes alive. He’ll be joined on the front row by Oscar Piastri, with George Russell just behind.

On the other hand, it was a disaster for Lando Norris: the British driver hit the wall at Turn 4 and ended up 10th. There’s also a risk of a grid penalty — his gearbox may have sustained damage in the crash, which could result in a five-place drop, pushing him down to 15th.
The 2025 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix STARTING GRID
Here are the starting positions for the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix:
- Max Verstappen (NED) – Red Bull Racing
- Oscar Piastri (AUS) – McLaren F1
- George Russell (ENG) – Mercedes-AMG
- Charles Leclerc (MON) – Scuderia Ferrari
- Andrea Kimi Antonelli (ITA) – Mercedes-AMG
- Carlos Sainz (ESP) – Williams Racing
- Lewis Hamilton (ENG) – Scuderia Ferrari
- Yuki Tsunoda (JPN) – Red Bull Racing
- Pierre Gasly (FRA) – Alpine F1 Team
- Lando Norris (ENG) – McLaren F1
- Alexander Albon (THA) – Williams Racing
- Liam Lawson (NZL) – Racing Bulls
- Fernando Alonso (ESP) – Aston Martin Aramco
- Isack Hadjar (FRA) – Racing Bulls
- Oliver Bearman (ENG) – Haas F1 Team
- Lance Stroll (CAN) – Aston Martin Aramco
- Jack Doohan (AUS) – Alpine F1 Team
- Nico Hülkenberg (GER) – Stake F1 Team Kick Sauber
- Esteban Ocon (FRA) – Haas F1 Team
- Gabriel Bortoleto (BRA) – Stake F1 Team Kick Sauber
Photo: McLaren