George Russell edges Mercedes teammate Kimi Antonelli to claim pole, while world champion Lando Norris qualifies sixth in Melbourne

George Russell showed he and Mercedes were the combination to beat at the Australian Grand Prix after an impressive final free practice session. The Brit finished six-tenths clear of the rest of the grid with a 1:19.

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The FIA have confirmed a late penalty verdict for Mercedes after the Silver Arrows were involved in multiple incidents at this weekend's Australian Grand Prix. George Russell and Kimi Antonelli returned to Albert Park Circuit for the opening round of the F1 2026 championship,