The first race of the 2025 Formula 1 season is just a few hours away. How will the drivers take to the grid? McLaren locked out the front row for the Australian Grand Prix, with Lando Norris capturing pole position just ahead of teammate — and hometown hero — Oscar Piastri.

Piastri is striving to become the first Australian driver to finish on the podium in Australia. Reigning World Champion Max Verstappen was third for Red Bull Racing, ahead of George Russell. All throughout preseason rivals pointed to McLaren as the team to beat heading into the 2025 Formula 1 season.

Lewis Hamilton qualified eighth-fastest in his Ferrari debut as McLaren’s Lando Norris claimed pole position for the Australian Grand Prix at Albert Park.