Hamilton clinches historic first Ferrari pole in Mexico City
Lewis Hamilton secured his 105th career pole and became the oldest pole‑sitter in 44 years after out‑qualifying George Russell at the Mexico City Grand Prix.
Lewis Hamilton became the oldest pole‑sitter in 44 years after claiming his first Ferrari pole at the Mexico City Grand Prix, extending his career tally to a record‑breaking 105 poles.
The 41‑year‑old Brit edged out Mercedes driver George Russell in a thrilling final session to secure the top spot on the grid.
Hamilton told Sky Sports F1: "To get the pole, finally get a pole for Ferrari, just takes me back to when I was a kid and sitting on the sofa and watching Michael get those poles, thinking 'how cool would it be to do that?'
He added: "It was a dream my family have shared with me and I know so many people in the world grew up watching Michael. To be at this point of my career and still have this special feeling - 105 [poles], the number doesn't mean much in a sense, it feels like the first."
Fans can watch the race on Sunday at 8 pm, with a build‑up from 6.30 pm, live on Sky Sports F1.
