Full results for the Chinese GP Sprint Qualifying.
George Russell continued to head Sprint Qualifying midway through the session with Kimi Antonelli second heading into SQ3.
Lando Norris found his way into Turn 1 baulked by Kimi Antonelli in a moment that drew the eye of officials.
The Italian remained on track to record the second fastest lap of the segment, behind teammate George Russell.
Missing the cut were Nico Hulkenberg, Esteban Ocon, Liam Lawson, Gabriel Bortoleto, Arvid Lindblad, and Franco Colapinto.
Max Verstappen only narrowly escaped after a moment through the gravel in the final moments of the lap, though he hung on to progress through to the final part of the three-part session.
Sprint Qualifying 2 Eliminations
11. Nico Hulkenberg, Audi, 1:33.635
12. Esteban Ocon, Haas, 1:33.639
13. Liam Lawson, Racing Bulls, 1:33.714
14. Gabriel Bortoleto, Audi, 1:33.774
15. Arvid Lindblad, Racing Bulls, 1:34.048
16. Franco Colapinto, Alpine, 1:34.327
Sprint Qualifying 1
Sergio Perez was the first eliminated from the session as he failed to take part in qualifying.
Cadillac discovered a fuel systems issue in the Mexican’s car, which meant he couldn’t take part in the session.
Joining him on the sidelines was Valtteri Bottas in the other Cadillac, along with Lance Stroll, Fernando Alonso, Alex Albon, and Carlos Sainz.
Sprint Qualifying 1 Eliminations
17. Carlos Sainz, Williams, 1:34.761
18. Alex Albon, Williams, 1:35.305
19. Fernando Alonso, Aston Martin, 1:35.581
20. Lance Stroll, Aston Martin, 1:36.151
21. Valtteri Bottas, Cadillac, 1:37.378
22. Sergio Perez, Cadillac, DNS
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