The starting grid for the Spanish Grand Prix has been adjusted after the FIA applied late penalties and classification changes, creating a revised lineup ahead of the race at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya.
Mercedes driver George Russell keeps pole position after a strong qualifying performance, while his teammate Lewis Hamilton starts alongside him on the front row. Kimi Antonelli completes a strong Mercedes showing by lining up third, giving the team a dominant position at the start.
The updated grid sees several drivers move places after FIA decisions, with teams forced to review their race strategies before the lights go out.
Updated Spanish Grand Prix Starting Grid:
George Russell — Mercedes
Lewis Hamilton — Ferrari
Kimi Antonelli — Mercedes
Lando Norris — McLaren
Max Verstappen — Red Bull
Isack Hadjar — Red Bull
Oscar Piastri — McLaren
Liam Lawson — Racing Bulls
Nico Hülkenberg — Audi
Charles Leclerc — Ferrari
Arvid Lindblad — Racing Bulls
Gabriel Bortoleto — Audi
Franco Colapinto — Alpine
Pierre Gasly — Alpine
Ollie Bearman — Haas
Carlos Sainz — Williams
Esteban Ocon — Haas
Alex Albon — Williams
Fernando Alonso — Aston Martin
Lance Stroll — Aston Martin
The late FIA changes have added another layer of drama to an already intense race weekend. Ferrari faces a challenging situation with Leclerc starting outside the top positions after his qualifying incident, while championship contenders such as Verstappen, Norris, and Piastri will look to capitalize on any opportunities.
With the grid now finalized, attention turns to the opening lap in Barcelona, where strategy, tire management, and race pace are expected to decide the outcome.