F1 Russian Grand Prix: 5 Talking points from qualifying

Modified Sep 29, 2018 17:46 GMT

F1 Grand Prix of Russia - Qualifying — Mercedes locks the front row of the grid

#2 Kevin Magnussen's magnificent P5

The absence of Renault and Red Bull in Q3 opened up places for Force India, Haas and Sauber in the top-10. However, no one expected Kevin Magnussen to lap quicker than both the Force India machines and take a brilliant P5.

The Danish driver had a fantastic last lap, which sealed his fifth place with a comfortable 0.232 seconds lead over Force India's Estaban Ocon. Along with him, Romain Grosjean too had a decent drive and will start the race from ninth on the gird.

Haas has a very good chance of closing the gap to Renault in the fourth place; however, with Red Bull and Renault starting the race on harder compounds, the American team is in for a challenge on Sunday.

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