Chinese Grand Prix Sprint Qualifying Results: Norris in Stunning Lap Abort
Full Results from Shanghai's Electrifying Session
The Chinese Grand Prix kicked off with a thrilling Sprint Qualifying session on Friday, April 19, 2024, at the Shanghai International Circuit. Listen to the full commentary on BBC Radio 5 Sports Extra (UK only).
Norris Shocks with Lap Abort
Lando Norris of McLaren stole the spotlight, setting the pace for much of the session. However, in a surprising move, he aborted his final lap in the closing minutes. Despite ending up in 16th, Norris had been on track to secure the fastest time.
Sprint Qualifying Highlights
The Sprint Qualifying session provided plenty of drama and excitement. Here are some key highlights:
- Max Verstappen (Red Bull) secured pole position for the Sprint.
- Charles Leclerc (Ferrari) finished second, followed by Sergio Perez (Red Bull).
- Fernando Alonso (Aston Martin) impressed with a strong fourth place.
- Mercedes struggled, with Lewis Hamilton and George Russell placing sixth and seventh, respectively.
Next Up: The Sprint Race
The Sprint Qualifying results will determine the starting grid for the Sprint Race, which will take place on Saturday, April 20. The Sprint Race will award points to the top eight finishers, providing an additional layer of excitement to the weekend's racing.
Session Timings
For fans in China, the session timings for the Chinese Grand Prix are as follows:
| Event | Time (CST) |
|---|---|
| FP1 | Friday, 19 April 2024, 08:00 |
| FP2 | Friday, 19 April 2024, 11:30 |
| FP3 | Saturday, 20 April 2024, 08:00 |
| Sprint Qualifying | Saturday, 20 April 2024, 08:30 |
| Sprint Race | Saturday, 20 April 2024, 11:30 |
| Race | Sunday, 21 April 2024, 10:00 |
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