What the teams said – Qualifying in Great Britain

Max Verstappen dramatically secured pole position for the British Grand Prix, overcoming initial struggles to deliver a phenomenal final lap. McLaren drivers Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris will start second and third, showcasing strong home performance despite Piastri's missed provisional pole opportunity. The qualifying session was exceptionally tight, with minimal gaps separating the front-runners. Mercedes' George Russell impressed with P4, while Ferrari expressed frustration with their P5 and P6, believing more was possible. Several teams faced challenges, including penalties and balance issues, setting the stage for a potentially unpredictable race with varying car strengths and forecasted mixed weather conditions.