Sun Aug 31 11:30:00 UTC 2025: **McLaren Teammates Gear Up for Dutch Grand Prix Battle at Zandvoort**
**Zandvoort, Netherlands -** Formula One roars back to life after the summer break with the Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort, where McLaren driver Oscar Piastri starts on pole position after edging out teammate Lando Norris by a mere 0.012 seconds in qualifying. Norris, however, expressed his frustration, acknowledging that overtaking at Zandvoort is notoriously difficult, stating it will take “some magic” to overcome Piastri.
The race is scheduled to start at 2pm (BST), 3pm local time.
Mercedes driver George Russell, starting fifth, has his sights set on overtaking Isack Hadjar early in the race to secure a spot on the podium. Meanwhile, local hero Max Verstappen starts third, aiming to secure his third consecutive victory at the Dutch Grand Prix and maintain his impressive record at the track.
The race weekend has been filled with anticipation, with Xavi Simons, now playing for Tottenham Hotspur, spotted supporting Verstappen in the Netherlands.
Ollie Bearman will start in the pit lane after Haas fitted new components to his car.
The race promises to be a thrilling spectacle, with the McLaren teammates set to battle it out for the win and Verstappen eager to thrill his home crowd.
First Piper 