P1 with Matt and Tommy Reaction to Las Vegas GP qualifying
Nov 22, 2025
A surprise rain shower brought thrilling chaos to Las Vegas qualifying, sparking amazing performances and unexpected eliminations. Hamilton and Albon faced shocking exits in Q1, while Q2 saw Stroll's risky tyre gamble pay off. Lando Norris clinched pole in tricky conditions, leading to discussions about McLaren's resurgence. The hosts debated the implications of Verstappen's aggressive start and pondered Oscar Piastri's dwindling title hopes. Highlights also included reflections on young drivers' performances and predictions for the Vegas race.
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Rain Made Qualifying A Drivers' Session
- The rain turned qualifying into a driver's session where skill mattered more than pure car pace.
- Matt and Tom were surprised no red flags appeared despite many near-misses and low grip conditions.
Hamilton's Costly Q1 Bollard Incident
- Lewis Hamilton's Q1 ended disastrously after hitting a bollard and then stopping over the line, costing him progress.
- Matt and Tom described this as the worst season of Hamilton's career so far and blamed both driver errors and team communication.
Don't Gamble On Intermediates In Q2
- Avoid unnecessary tyre gambles in evolving wet sessions unless the reward justifies the risk.
- Tom criticises Lance Stroll's Q2 Inters call as an avoidable, high-risk choice when Aston Martin looked quick on wets.