Norris Secures Sprint Pole, Ending Mercedes Dominance as F1 Returns
Lando Norris, the reigning world champion, broke Mercedes' grip on pole positions in the 2026 campaign by delivering the quickest lap in Sprint Qualifying for the Miami Grand Prix. His McLaren, now equipped with a comprehensive upgrade package, topped the grid for the Saturday sprint, marking the first time a non‑Mercedes driver has claimed pole this season.
The race weekend marked Formula 1's c…