F2: Beganovic earns pole in Melbourne with last-gasp lap

Dino Beganovic secured the opening Formula 2 pole position of the 2026 season in Melbourne, showcasing remarkable resilience under pressure. The DAMS Lucas Oil driver, after falling down the order mid-session and facing two red flags, delivered a stunning 1:28.695 on his final attempt to clinch his second career F2 pole. Rodin Motorsport impressed with a strong showing, as rookie Martinius Stenshorne qualified second ahead of Alex Dunne in third. Campos Racing also featured prominently, with Noel León and Nikola Tsolov securing fourth and fifth places respectively, setting the stage for an exciting start to the championship.