Overview

• Max Verstappen secured pole position for the Japanese Grand Prix with a record-breaking lap of 1:26.983, his first pole of the 2025 season.
• McLaren drivers Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri, who have dominated the season so far, qualified second and third, respectively, setting up a competitive race day.
• Yuki Tsunoda, in his first qualifying session for Red Bull, finished 15th, falling behind his predecessor Liam Lawson, who qualified 14th for Racing Bulls.
• Trackside grass fires caused multiple disruptions during practice and qualifying sessions, prompting additional safety measures by the FIA.
• Rain is expected on race day, potentially altering strategies and adding unpredictability to the race outcome.