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Norris Sprint Victory, Antonelli Pole Amid Thunderstorm Delay Talks

5/3/2026

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FIA will meet to consider moving the Grand Prix start time after forecasts predict thunderstorms.
Driver Lando Norris won the sprint race, saying the upgraded package delivered a result.
Driver Kimi Antonelli secured pole, keeping the team at the front despite no upgrades.
Toto Wolff (Mercedes team principal) said rival upgrades have narrowed the gap, noting George Russell (Mercedes driver) is frustrated falling behind teammate Kimi Antonelli, who leads points.

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FIA will meet to consider moving the Grand Prix start time after forecasts predict thunderstorms.
Driver Lando Norris won the sprint race, saying the upgraded package delivered a result.
Driver Kimi Antonelli secured pole, keeping the team at the front despite no upgrades.
Toto Wolff (Mercedes team principal) said rival upgrades have narrowed the gap, noting George Russell (Mercedes driver) is frustrated falling behind teammate Kimi Antonelli, who leads points.