Max Verstappen will start on pole for the United States Grand Prix, but his session was not without drama as he missed out on the opportunity to set a second time in Q3.
Max Verstappen has explained how he missed out on a final effort in Qualifying at the United States Grand Prix, after his first effort proved enough to secure pole.
The four-time World Champion will line up at the head of the field for Sunday's Grand Prix at the Circuit of The Americas as he looks to further cut the 55-point margin in the Drivers' Standings to leader Oscar Piastri, with the Red Bull man's victory in the Sprint earlier on Saturday helping to reduce the gap as Piastri and team mate Lando Norris crashed out at the first turn.
However, Qualifying took a late twist for Verstappen as he was unable to start his final flying lap before the chequered flag fell, leaving him vulnerable to the chasing pack.