Formula 1’s most eccentric circuit has produced the most intriguing grid of the season. George Russell takes his third pole position of the year, while the two drivers’ title contenders share the third row: Max Verstappen in fifth place, but ahead of rival Lando Norris. For them, both Ferraris and Pierre Gasly’s wildcard – a stunning third place for Alpine – make things very interesting.

Let’s not get too excited about the starting position, though; This is not a race where that will be decisive. It is a circuit that offers many overtaking opportunities, but also pitfalls for those who go too hard and too fast. Either way, the right strategy will be critical…