Watch Qualifying highlights as Norris claims Vegas pole

Lando Norris defied treacherous conditions to secure a stunning pole position at the Las Vegas Grand Prix, intensifying his championship bid. The McLaren driver showcased exceptional skill in the wet, overcoming a significant oversteer moment at Turn 14 to outpace Max Verstappen by 0.323 seconds. Carlos Sainz delivered a strong performance for Williams, qualifying third despite teammate Alex Albon's earlier crash in Q1. In contrast, Lewis Hamilton struggled significantly, finishing slowest of all 20 drivers in the challenging session. Norris's pole sets the stage for a thrilling race.