RONDE 12 · 23 AUG · ZANDVOORT

DutchGrand PrixZandvoort

Lando NORRIS wint vanaf pole
SPRINT WEEKEND

Uitslag van de Dutch Grand Prix 2026: volledige raceclassificatie, podium, kwalificatie, snelste ronden, pitstops en sectortijden op Circuit Park Zandvoort, plus de prestaties van onze AI-voorspellingen. 23 augustus 2026.

Het oordeel

De AI zat ernaast met de winnaar.

ResultaatAI-voorspelling
  1. P1NORRISLando NORRISMcLarenRussellGeorge RussellFout
  2. P2ANTONELLIKimi ANTONELLIMercedesAntonelliKimi AntonelliGoed
  3. P3RUSSELLGeorge RUSSELLMercedesNorrisLando NorrisFout
Nauwkeurigheid 39%
WeerAI-verwachtingDroog · Lucht 18°C · Baan 32°CWerkelijkRegen · Lucht 18.5°C · Baan 32.1°C
VOORSPELLING NAUWKEURIGHEID

De scorekaart.

VOORSPELLING NAUWKEURIGHEID
VOORSPELLING VS WERKELIJKHEID
METRIEKVOORSPELLINGWERKELIJKRESULTAAT
MARGE2.76s11.54s
CONDITIESdrydry
TEMPERATUUR18°19°
SAFETY CARyes (1)no
VSCyesyes
RODE VLAGnoyes
GEKLASSEERD2016
CALLS
WINNAAR
PODIUM33%
TOP 1080%
CONSTRUCTOR
SNELSTE RONDE
FL TEAM
WIN + FL
POLE → WIN
1E PIT
PIT SNELHEID
TEAM VOORSPELLINGEN36/44 voorspellingen
H2H6/11
PROGNOSE6/8
LEUKE VOORSPELLINGEN1/3

Jouw zet

Volgende: Singapore GP

Belangrijke momenten

Lando Norris masterclass secures second consecutive victory as Verstappen's home race ends in heartbreak.

  1. Ronde 1Max Verstappen crashes into the barriers at the final corner.Triggered an immediate Red Flag to clear debris, halting the race for a significant period.
  2. Ronde 4Race restart following the Red Flag.Kimi Antonelli seizes the lead from Lando Norris as the field goes back to green-flag racing.
  3. Ronde 45Lando Norris overtakes Kimi Antonelli.Norris reclaimed the race lead after managing his tire life effectively through the mid-stint.
  4. Ronde 68Virtual Safety Car (VSC) deployed for Esteban Ocon.Allowed field members to pit for fresh tires, tightening the final gaps, but Norris held his position at the front.
TEAMGENOTEN DUELS

Onderling.

COUREURRESULTAAT

Norris starts from pole position and maintains a stronger season form, giving him the advantage in race pace and track position.

Russell qualified ahead of Antonelli and holds a tactical advantage at the start, despite Antonelli's superior season standing.

Hamilton starts ahead of Leclerc and demonstrates more consistent race-day management, justifying his lead in the season form index.

Verstappen carries significant experience and starts higher on the grid than his teammate, making him the clear favorite.

Bortoleto starts significantly further up the grid, and Hulkenberg has a known bias toward being over-rated in race finishing positions.

Lindblad starts ahead and benefits from an 'under-rated' performance bias, suggesting he has the pace to defend his track position.

Gasly has a superior H2H qualifying record and holds a grid advantage, with historical form favoring him over his teammate.

Ocon maintains a substantial starting position advantage over Bearman, which is crucial at a technical circuit like Zandvoort.

Sainz dominates the H2H record against Albon, who tends to be over-rated in finishing predictions, making Sainz the likely better finisher.

Alonso consistently outperforms Stroll, and Stroll's strong 'over-rated' bias suggests he is unlikely to convert his proximity into a win.

Despite both drivers having performance biases, Bottas starts ahead and maintains a slight head-to-head edge.

Het weekend

  1. AI-VOORSPELLINGEN

    De voorspelling.

    SQ POLE

    Norris demonstrated exceptional single-lap pace and recent form at the Hungarian GP, and with McLaren's strong performance across varied track types this season, he is best positioned to capitalize on the dry, stable conditions expected.

    VOORSPELLING WEERDRY
    lucht18°C
    baan32°C
    regen15%
    wind15 km/h
    Race-incidenten
    Rode vlag
    yes
    VERRASSENDE ELIMINATIE
    Alexander Albon
    Erut in SQ1: Despite his consistent driving, the Williams car has historically struggled with single-lap pace on tight, high-downforce circuits like Zandvoort, leading to an early exit.
    SNELLE STATISTIEKEN
    POLE MARGE0.080
    Meer voorspellingen
    SQ1 SNELSTELando Norris (0.120s)
    SQ2 SNELSTEKimi Antonelli (0.050s)
    WINNEND CONSTRUCTEURMcLaren
    SPRINT KWALIFICATIE RESULTATEN

    De resultaten.

    #COUREURTEAMQ1Q2Q3
    P1
    RUSSELLGeorge RUSSELL
    Mercedes
    13.2781:13.278
    12.2351:12.235
    11.5671:11.567
    P2
    NORRISLando NORRIS
    McLaren
    13.0711:13.071
    12.1891:12.189
    11.6081:11.608
    P3
    LECLERCCharles LECLERC
    Ferrari
    13.0111:13.011
    12.1901:12.190
    11.6221:11.622
    P4
    PIASTRIOscar PIASTRI
    McLaren
    13.1261:13.126
    12.0261:12.026
    11.6661:11.666
    P5
    ANTONELLIKimi ANTONELLI
    Mercedes
    13.6681:13.668
    12.5111:12.511
    11.7941:11.794
    P6
    VERSTAPPENMax VERSTAPPEN
    Red Bull Racing
    13.5851:13.585
    12.7711:12.771
    12.0941:12.094
    P7
    HAMILTONLewis HAMILTON
    Ferrari
    13.1511:13.151
    12.4451:12.445
    12.1911:12.191
    P8
    GASLYPierre GASLY
    Alpine
    13.9771:13.977
    12.7201:12.720
    12.5781:12.578
    P9
    BORTOLETOGabriel BORTOLETO
    Audi
    13.7301:13.730
    12.7861:12.786
    12.5831:12.583
    P10
    LINDBLADArvid LINDBLAD
    Racing Bulls
    14.0571:14.057
    12.7851:12.785
    12.7371:12.737
    P11
    LAWSONLiam LAWSONOUT Q2
    Red Bull Racing
    13.4201:13.420
    13.1361:13.136
    –
    P12
    TSUNODAYuki TSUNODAGASTOUT Q2
    Racing Bulls
    14.4901:14.490
    13.1451:13.145
    –
    P13
    COLAPINTOFranco COLAPINTOOUT Q2
    Alpine
    14.6181:14.618
    13.4391:13.439
    –
    P14
    HULKENBERGNico HULKENBERGOUT Q2
    Audi
    14.2841:14.284
    13.6161:13.616
    –
    P15
    OCONEsteban OCONOUT Q2
    Haas F1 Team
    14.5031:14.503
    13.8931:13.893
    –
    P16
    ALBONAlexander ALBONOUT Q2
    Williams
    14.5961:14.596
    14.2941:14.294
    –
    P17
    BEARMANOliver BEARMANOUT Q1
    Haas F1 Team
    14.7281:14.728
    –
    –
    P18
    SAINZCarlos SAINZOUT Q1
    Williams
    14.7381:14.738
    –
    –
    P19
    STROLLLance STROLLOUT Q1
    Aston Martin
    15.3911:15.391
    –
    –
    P20
    BOTTASValtteri BOTTASOUT Q1
    Cadillac
    15.4721:15.472
    –
    –
    P21
    PEREZSergio PEREZOUT Q1
    Cadillac
    15.5451:15.545
    –
    –
    P22
    ALONSOFernando ALONSOOUT Q1
    Aston Martin
    16.0141:16.014
    –
    –
    WEERDROOG
    lucht19.4°C
    baan33°C
    vochtigheid57%
    wind2.4 km/h
    VOORSPELLING NAUWKEURIGHEID

    De scorekaart.

    VOORSPELLING NAUWKEURIGHEID
    VOORSPELLING VS WERKELIJKHEID
    METRIEKVOORSPELLINGWERKELIJKRESULTAAT
    ELIM CALLSQ1Q2
    CONDITIESdrydry
    TEMPERATUUR18°19°
    RODE VLAGyesno
    CALLS
    POLE
    TOP 580%
    CONSTRUCTOR
    TEAM VOORSPELLINGEN10/11 voorspellingen
    H2H4/11
    TEAMGENOTEN DUELS

    Onderling.

    COUREURRESULTAAT

    Gasly has superior season form and demonstrated stronger pace in FP1, giving him the edge to maintain his lead in the teammate qualifying battle.

    Alonso consistently outperforms Stroll in qualifying and holds a significant season H2H advantage, which is expected to continue on this technical circuit.

    Despite Bortoleto's improvement, Hulkenberg's experience and stronger FP1 performance give him a slight edge in a very tight teammate battle.

    Perez leads the seasonal head-to-head and possesses a slight edge in experience, though both drivers struggle with consistency at this circuit.

    Hamilton's current form index is the highest on the grid, and his strong FP1 pace signals he has the upper hand in qualifying setup this weekend.

    Bearman has dominated the seasonal qualifying H2H and showed slightly better pace in FP1 compared to Ocon.

    Norris's FP1 performance and superior seasonal qualifying form make him the clear favorite to outqualify Piastri.

    Antonelli has been the stronger qualifier this season and topped FP1, suggesting he has the better one-lap speed in the current car setup.

    Lindblad showed better pace in FP1 and is currently trending upwards, giving him the momentum to edge out Lawson in this session.

    Verstappen remains the benchmark at Red Bull and consistently delivers higher qualifying peaks than his teammate.

    Sainz has a dominant 9-1 season qualifying head-to-head record against Albon and is the clear favorite to lead the Williams pair.

    AI SPRINT KWALIFICATIE ANALYSE

    De debrief.

    George Russell denies Lando Norris in a breathless, high-stakes Zandvoort sprint qualifying shootout.
    George Russell snatched a crucial pole position for the Dutch Grand Prix sprint, ending a tense, ultra-competitive session at Zandvoort. The Mercedes driver emerged from a tight three-way fight between Mercedes, McLaren, and Ferrari, laying down a 1:11.567 that proved just enough to hold off championship contender Lando Norris. It was a testament to the fine margins at the top; Norris missed out by a mere 0.041 seconds, with Charles Leclerc—who had dominated the opening segment—only a further 0.014 seconds back. The session was a rollercoaster, particularly for Mercedes' Kimi Antonelli. Despite sustaining significant floor damage after an excursion at the penultimate corner in SQ1, the rookie showed remarkable resilience to fight through to the final shootout, ultimately claiming P5. Meanwhile, McLaren demonstrated formidable one-lap pace, with Oscar Piastri topping SQ2 before settling for the second row. Max Verstappen, roared on by the home crowd, could only manage P6, unable to find the extra tenths needed to challenge the top quartet in what is shaping up to be an intensely close sprint race.
    STRATEGIE
    The limited track time in Zandvoort emphasized the importance of immediate setup correlation. Teams like McLaren and Mercedes clearly arrived with a strong baseline, allowing them to focus on tyre preparation and rhythm rather than major overnight surgery. The closeness of the field—with the top four separated by less than a tenth—suggests that track evolution was the primary variable; drivers who managed their tyre thermal profiles effectively in the final, cool, high-grip moments of SQ3 were the ones who moved to the front. The midfield remained congested, proving that finding a clear gap in traffic was just as vital as pure car pace. With limited opportunities to fine-tune setup during the single practice session, drivers were forced to compromise, leading to some unexpected gaps further down the order as teams struggled to find the optimal balance for the short, twisty Dutch circuit.
    SLEUTELMOMENTEN
    SQ1
    Kimi Antonelli suffers floor damage
    The championship leader ran wide at the penultimate corner, damaging his Mercedes, yet still managed to push through to SQ3 and secure P5.
    SQ2
    Oscar Piastri tops SQ2
    The McLaren driver set a blistering pace in the second segment, signaling the team's threat before eventually qualifying fourth.
    SQ3
    Pole position decided by margins
    Russell's 1:11.567 final lap edged out Lando Norris by just 0.041s in a session where the top four were separated by less than a tenth of a second.
    AI COUREUR KEUZE
    Kimi Antonelli
    Despite nursing floor damage from an early-session mistake, Antonelli's ability to remain competitive and land a top-five starting spot was a masterclass in damage limitation.
    AI-VOORSPELLING REVIEW
    Our predictions struggled with the high-variance nature of the session, though we correctly identified the competitive landscape of the top teams.
    HIT: We successfully predicted the team performance trends, correctly forecasting 10 out of 11 team outcomes in terms of top-10 presence.
    MISS: We predicted a red flag that never materialized, and our expectation of a McLaren pole-sitter was denied by Russell's late-session charge.
  2. Session replayBekijk replayPosities per ronde, tijdsverschillen en vlaggen
    AI-VOORSPELLINGEN

    De voorspelling.

    SPRINT PODIUM

    Russell secured pole position and Zandvoort is notoriously difficult to overtake on, meaning a clean start should allow him to control the pace. Mercedes has shown strong one-lap and race pace in the 2026 season, giving him the advantage over the chasing McLaren.

    VOORSPELLING WEERCLOUDY
    lucht18°C
    baan30°C
    regen45%
    wind14 km/h
    Race-incidenten
    Safety Car
    no
    VSC
    no
    Rode vlag
    no
    WAAR OP TE LETTEN
    ◆
    High difficulty of overtaking at Zandvoort
    ◆
    Sprint grid positioning from Qualifying
    ◆
    Cool, unsettled weather increasing risk of minor errors
    INHAAL ACTIES
    Max Verstappen
    Starting P6 at his final home grand prix, Verstappen is likely to apply high aggression on the opening laps to pass Kimi Antonelli for 5th.
    SNELLE STATISTIEKEN
    MARGE WINNAAR2.1
    GEKLASSEERD20
    Meer voorspellingen
    SNELSTE RONDEGeorge Russell
    WINNEND CONSTRUCTEURMercedes
    SNELSTE RONDE CONSTRUCTEURMercedes
    SPRINT RESULTATEN

    De resultaten.

    #COUREURTEAMPTNGRID+/−TIJDFL
    P1
    RUSSELLGeorge RUSSELL
    Mercedes
    8
    P1
    –
    1:14.936
    1:14.936
    P2
    LECLERCCharles LECLERC
    Ferrari
    7
    P3
    +1
    +1.360s
    1:15.049
    P3
    NORRISLando NORRIS
    McLaren
    6
    P2
    -1
    +5.196s
    1:14.881
    P4
    ANTONELLIKimi ANTONELLI
    Mercedes
    5
    P5
    +1
    +5.581s
    1:14.990
    P5
    PIASTRIOscar PIASTRI
    McLaren
    4
    P4
    -1
    +10.185s
    1:15.324
    P6
    VERSTAPPENMax VERSTAPPEN
    Red Bull
    3
    P6
    –
    +10.529s
    1:15.443
    P7
    HAMILTONLewis HAMILTON
    Ferrari
    2
    P7
    –
    +12.188s
    1:15.557
    P8
    GASLYPierre GASLY
    Alpine F1 Team
    1
    P8
    –
    +42.510s
    1:16.895
    P9
    BORTOLETOGabriel BORTOLETO
    Audi
    –
    P9
    –
    +44.437s
    1:16.922
    P10
    LINDBLADArvid LINDBLAD
    RB F1 Team
    –
    P10
    –
    +44.971s
    1:16.886
    P11
    LAWSONLiam LAWSON
    Red Bull
    –
    P11
    –
    +47.471s
    1:16.909
    P12
    COLAPINTOFranco COLAPINTO
    Alpine F1 Team
    –
    P13
    +1
    +54.466s
    1:16.718
    P13
    TSUNODAYuki TSUNODAGAST
    RB F1 Team
    –
    P12
    -1
    +56.483s
    1:16.925
    P14
    OCONEsteban OCON
    Haas F1 Team
    –
    P15
    +1
    +66.098s
    1:17.138
    P15
    BEARMANOliver BEARMAN
    Haas F1 Team
    –
    P17
    +2
    +66.588s
    1:17.137
    P16
    ALBONAlexander ALBON
    Williams
    –
    P16
    –
    +74.632s
    1:17.673
    P17
    STROLLLance STROLL
    Aston Martin
    –
    P18
    +1
    +74.650s
    1:17.713
    P18
    ALONSOFernando ALONSO
    Aston Martin
    –
    P22
    +4
    +75.284s
    1:17.449
    P19
    BOTTASValtteri BOTTAS
    Cadillac F1 Team
    –
    P19
    –
    +1 LAP
    1:17.710
    P20
    SAINZCarlos SAINZ
    Williams
    –
    P21
    +1
    +1 LAP
    1:17.431
    P21
    PEREZSergio PEREZ
    Cadillac F1 Team
    –
    P20
    -1
    +3 LAPS
    1:17.462
    DNF
    HULKENBERGNico HULKENBERG
    Lapped
    Audi
    –
    P14
    –
    1:17.706
    WEERDROOG
    lucht17.8°C
    baan25.4°C
    vochtigheid63%
    wind2.7 km/h
    VOORSPELLING NAUWKEURIGHEID

    De scorekaart.

    VOORSPELLING NAUWKEURIGHEID
    VOORSPELLING VS WERKELIJKHEID
    METRIEKVOORSPELLINGWERKELIJKRESULTAAT
    MARGE2.1s1.36s
    CONDITIEScloudydry
    TEMPERATUUR18°18°
    CALLS
    WINNAAR
    PODIUM33%
    TOP 8100%
    CONSTRUCTOR
    SNELSTE RONDE
    H2H8/11
    TEAMGENOTEN DUELS

    Onderling.

    COUREURRESULTAAT

    Gasly showed superior one-lap pace in Sprint Qualifying and has stronger recent form, giving him the edge for the sprint race start and pace.

    Stroll has historically been over-rated in predictions, and Alonso retains a significant advantage in race craft and experience to overcome the grid deficit.

    Bortoleto displayed better Sprint Qualifying pace, and Hulkenberg has a recurring bias of being over-predicted relative to his actual finishing results.

    Despite Bottas's participation, Perez possesses higher race-day upside, and Bottas consistently struggles to convert qualifying positions into better race finishes.

    Leclerc outqualified Hamilton in the Sprint session and has shown significant improvement in race form recently.

    Ocon secured a higher starting position in Sprint Qualifying and has more consistent race-day management in the Haas.

    Norris has demonstrated superior pace throughout the weekend and holds a better season-long form, making him the clear favorite.

    Russell took pole for the Sprint, and his ability to defend and manage tires at Zandvoort makes him the likely winner.

    Lindblad outperformed Lawson in Sprint Qualifying and is currently under-rated in performance models, indicating potential for a strong sprint.

    Verstappen remains the lead driver with significantly more experience and better outright pace in a critical Sprint format.

    Albon tends to be over-predicted in finishing position, whereas Sainz has shown better race pace consistency relative to the field.

    AI SPRINT ANALYSE

    De debrief.

    George Russell dominates Zandvoort sprint as Charles Leclerc’s soft-tyre gamble pays off.
    George Russell delivered a masterclass at Zandvoort, converting his pole position into a lights-to-flag victory that saw him largely untroubled at the front of the pack. While the Mercedes driver managed his medium tires to perfection, the real tactical intrigue played out behind him. Charles Leclerc, opting for the soft compound, showcased superior grip in the early stages, patiently biding his time behind Lando Norris before executing a clean move for second on lap 18. The race behind the leaders was characterized by Zandvoort’s notoriously difficult overtaking conditions. Kimi Antonelli impressed by dispatching Oscar Piastri early in the race to claim fourth, ensuring both Mercedes cars remained in the hunt at the sharp end of the field. Meanwhile, Max Verstappen’s home sprint was a muted affair, with the Red Bull driver unable to find a way past Piastri and ultimately settling for a sixth-place finish as the leaders pulled away.
    STRATEGIE
    The sprint highlighted the classic Zandvoort trade-off between pure pace and track position. The majority of the field opted for mediums, but Charles Leclerc’s soft-tire gamble provided the edge needed to challenge the McLarens. However, once the order stabilized, the difficulty of overtaking on this tight circuit meant that even with a tire advantage, track position remained king for George Russell, who controlled the gap from the front without needing to push to the absolute limit.
    SLEUTELMOMENTEN
    RONDE 1
    Lights out; George Russell defends his pole position comfortably into Turn 1 while Charles Leclerc, on soft tires, instantly pressurizes the field.
    Established the order at the front, allowing Russell to manage his pace while Leclerc immediately engaged in a tactical game against Norris.
    RONDE 5
    Kimi Antonelli makes a decisive overtake on Oscar Piastri to move into fourth position.
    Solidified the top order and put pressure on the leading trio, marking a standout moment for the championship leader.
    RONDE 18
    Charles Leclerc finally completes his overtake on Lando Norris for second place.
    Validated the Ferrari soft-tire strategy, though the gap to race leader Russell proved too large to bridge in the closing laps.
    DRIVER OF THE DAY
    Charles Leclerc
    Leclerc's aggressive strategy choice to run the soft tires paid dividends; he managed degradation brilliantly to overcome Norris and secure a well-deserved second place.
    AI COUREUR KEUZE
    Kimi Antonelli
    Antonelli showed maturity beyond his years, executing a precise early-race move on Piastri and maintaining high-level pace to secure a solid fourth.
    AI-VOORSPELLING REVIEW
    Our prediction was highly accurate, correctly identifying the winner and the general podium contenders.
    HIT: We correctly predicted George Russell would win and that he would be the strongest driver on the grid, securing 8 points.
    MISS: We swapped the positions of Lando Norris and Charles Leclerc on the podium, underestimating the effectiveness of the Ferrari's soft-tire strategy.
  3. Session replayBekijk replayPosities per ronde, tijdsverschillen en vlaggen
    AI-VOORSPELLINGEN

    De voorspelling.

    VOORSPELD POLE

    Russell has shown exceptional form at Zandvoort this weekend, topping the Sprint Qualifying and winning the Sprint, demonstrating a superior car balance on the tight, twisty circuit.

    VOORSPELLING WEERDRY
    lucht22°C
    baan38°C
    regen35%
    wind15 km/h
    Race-incidenten
    Rode vlag
    yes
    VERRASSENDE ELIMINATIE
    Fernando Alonso
    Erut in Q1: Aston Martin has struggled significantly with single-lap pace at permanent high-downforce circuits this season, often trapping them in the first segment.
    SNELLE STATISTIEKEN
    POLE MARGE0.080
    Meer voorspellingen
    Q1 SNELSTELando Norris (0.180s)
    Q2 SNELSTEGeorge Russell (0.120s)
    WINNEND CONSTRUCTEURMercedes
    KWALIFICATIE-RESULTATEN

    De resultaten.

    #COUREURTEAMQ1Q2Q3
    P1
    NORRISLando NORRIS
    McLaren
    12.6951:12.695
    11.6281:11.628
    11.1631:11.163
    P2
    RUSSELLGeorge RUSSELL
    Mercedes
    12.9241:12.924
    11.9591:11.959
    11.2651:11.265
    P3
    ANTONELLIKimi ANTONELLI
    Mercedes
    13.0221:13.022
    11.9151:11.915
    11.2961:11.296
    P4
    PIASTRIOscar PIASTRI
    McLaren
    12.6101:12.610
    11.6411:11.641
    11.3051:11.305
    P5
    HAMILTONLewis HAMILTON
    Ferrari
    12.6731:12.673
    11.9701:11.970
    11.4941:11.494
    P6
    LECLERCCharles LECLERC
    Ferrari
    13.0641:13.064
    11.9101:11.910
    11.5581:11.558
    P7
    VERSTAPPENMax VERSTAPPEN
    Red Bull
    13.2901:13.290
    11.8741:11.874
    11.6181:11.618
    P8
    LAWSONLiam LAWSON
    Red Bull
    13.3921:13.392
    12.3011:12.301
    11.7331:11.733
    P9
    BORTOLETOGabriel BORTOLETO
    Audi
    13.1421:13.142
    12.4331:12.433
    12.0791:12.079
    P10
    LINDBLADArvid LINDBLAD
    RB F1 Team
    13.0741:13.074
    12.5251:12.525
    12.1851:12.185
    P11
    GASLYPierre GASLYOUT Q2
    Alpine F1 Team
    13.1151:13.115
    12.6161:12.616
    –
    P12
    TSUNODAYuki TSUNODAGASTOUT Q2
    RB F1 Team
    13.0851:13.085
    12.6271:12.627
    –
    P13
    HULKENBERGNico HULKENBERGOUT Q2
    Audi
    13.1881:13.188
    12.7971:12.797
    –
    P14
    COLAPINTOFranco COLAPINTOOUT Q2
    Alpine F1 Team
    13.3221:13.322
    12.8001:12.800
    –
    P15
    OCONEsteban OCONOUT Q2
    Haas F1 Team
    13.5441:13.544
    13.1371:13.137
    –
    P16
    ALBONAlexander ALBONOUT Q2
    Williams
    13.5521:13.552
    13.1821:13.182
    –
    P17
    SAINZCarlos SAINZOUT Q1
    Williams
    13.5741:13.574
    –
    –
    P18
    ALONSOFernando ALONSOOUT Q1
    Aston Martin
    13.6501:13.650
    –
    –
    P19
    STROLLLance STROLLOUT Q1
    Aston Martin
    13.8181:13.818
    –
    –
    P20
    BEARMANOliver BEARMANOUT Q1
    Haas F1 Team
    13.8261:13.826
    –
    –
    P21
    BOTTASValtteri BOTTASOUT Q1
    Cadillac F1 Team
    14.3711:14.371
    –
    –
    P22
    PEREZSergio PEREZOUT Q1
    Cadillac F1 Team
    14.6001:14.600
    –
    –
    WEERDROOG
    lucht18.1°C
    baan32.5°C
    vochtigheid58%
    wind2.5 km/h
    VOORSPELLING NAUWKEURIGHEID

    De scorekaart.

    VOORSPELLING NAUWKEURIGHEID
    VOORSPELLING VS WERKELIJKHEID
    METRIEKVOORSPELLINGWERKELIJKRESULTAAT
    ELIM CALLQ1Q1
    MARGE0.08s0.23s
    CONDITIESdrydry
    TEMPERATUUR22°18°
    RODE VLAGyesno
    CALLS
    POLE
    Q1 SNELSTE
    Q2 SNELSTE
    TOP 580%
    CONSTRUCTOR
    TEAM VOORSPELLINGEN10/11 voorspellingen
    H2H6/11
    TEAMGENOTEN DUELS

    Onderling.

    COUREURRESULTAAT

    Gasly holds a superior 7-3 head-to-head advantage this season and typically maximizes the Alpine's one-lap potential better than Colapinto.

    Alonso dominates the internal head-to-head 8-2, and with Stroll historically over-rated by my metrics, Alonso remains the clear favorite for qualifying pace.

    While the season H2H is close, Hulkenberg is frequently over-rated by my models; Bortoleto has shown better recent momentum at Zandvoort.

    Perez leads the head-to-head 6-4, and despite both drivers often being over-rated by my metrics, Perez remains the more consistent qualifier.

    Leclerc holds a narrow 6-5 head-to-head lead and showed stronger single-lap pace in the Sprint Qualifying session compared to Hamilton.

    Bearman has consistently outperformed Ocon in qualifying with an 8-3 record this season, making him the reliable favorite.

    Norris leads the H2H 7-4 and has been the more consistent performer over a single lap, maintaining strong form throughout the Dutch GP weekend.

    Russell has dominated the track this weekend with a Sprint Qualifying pole and Sprint win, signaling he has found a superior setup compared to Antonelli.

    Despite my tendency to slightly under-rate Lawson, his 6-4 H2H advantage in this team pairing makes him the statistically safer pick for qualifying.

    Verstappen’s 7-2 qualifying record against Hadjar remains the strongest indicator, and his experience at Zandvoort provides a critical edge.

    Sainz has a commanding 9-1 qualifying head-to-head record over Albon, whose qualifying performance is frequently over-rated by my metrics.

    AI KWALIFICATIE ANALYSE

    De debrief.

    Lando Norris clinches dramatic Zandvoort pole as rain threatens to disrupt final shootout.
    Saturday at Zandvoort evolved into a masterclass of tension, defined by a looming threat of rain that kept the entire paddock on edge. While the Sprint had been a more controlled affair for George Russell, the main qualifying session saw McLaren turn the tables. As Q1 and Q2 progressed, the track evolution was rapid, demanding perfect tire preparation in the cooler, windy conditions. The midfield battle proved treacherous; Aston Martin’s struggles continued, with both Fernando Alonso and Lance Stroll unable to find the pace required to advance, a recurring theme for the team this season. By the time Q3 arrived, the atmosphere was electric. Mercedes appeared to hold the upper hand initially with George Russell and a flying Kimi Antonelli, who looked determined to assert himself at the front. However, as darker clouds gathered over the dunes, Lando Norris executed a flawless final sector to clock a 1:11.163. Russell fought back valiantly, ultimately missing out by just over a tenth, while Antonelli secured a career-high starting position in third. Max Verstappen, amidst a difficult home weekend, could only manage seventh, struggling to extract the same level of confidence from the Red Bull as he had in previous seasons.
    STRATEGIE
    The primary strategic variable at Zandvoort today was timing in relation to the weather. Teams were acutely aware of the forecast for rain in Q3, resulting in a 'rush to the front' mentality that saw drivers prioritize track position over perfect tire temperature cycles. Traffic management in the twisty final sector remained a persistent headache, with several drivers forced to abort initial warm-up laps to create space. The track evolution between sessions was significant, rewarding those who saved their best sets of soft tires for the final runs. While Mercedes opted for a setup focused on tire longevity for the race, McLaren’s balance allowed them to be more aggressive with their warm-up, a crucial difference that ultimately secured Norris the top spot.
    SLEUTELMOMENTEN
    Q1
    Aston Martin and Haas struggle for pace, failing to progress
    Fernando Alonso and Lance Stroll (Aston Martin) and Oliver Bearman (Haas) exited in Q1, highlighting significant balance issues at the high-downforce circuit.
    Q2
    Tight midfield congestion complicates track evolution
    The gap between the top 10 and the drop zone was razor-thin, forcing drivers to take extra risks on track evolution that left little margin for error.
    Q3
    Rain clouds loom during the final Q3 attempts
    With meteorological forecasts indicating potential rain, drivers rushed their final flying laps, creating a frantic scramble that ultimately saw Norris secure pole as track conditions stabilized just enough.
    AI COUREUR KEUZE
    Kimi Antonelli
    Securing P3 in such a tightly contested session demonstrates exceptional maturity and speed, outperforming more experienced veterans in challenging conditions.
    AI-VOORSPELLING REVIEW
    Our prediction performance was mixed, accurately identifying the strong team order but missing on the specific pole sitter and the red flag outcome.
    HIT: We correctly predicted the relative strength of the teams, successfully anticipating that both Mercedes and McLaren would have both drivers in the top 10.
    MISS: We wrongly predicted a red flag and identified George Russell as the pole-sitter, whereas Lando Norris ultimately produced the decisive lap in a clean, uninterrupted session.
  4. Session replayBekijk replayPosities per ronde, tijdsverschillen en vlaggen
    AI-VOORSPELLINGEN

    De voorspelling.

    Na kwalificatie
    VOORSPELD PODIUM

    George Russell starts P2 and demonstrated winning race pace during his dominant victory in the Sprint race earlier this weekend. Mercedes has shown superior tire management and straight-line efficiency, putting Russell in a prime position to overtake Norris at the start or during the pit stops.

    VOORSPELLING WEERDRY
    lucht18°C
    baan32°C
    regen12%
    wind16 km/h
    Race-incidenten
    Safety Car
    ×1yes
    VSC
    ×1yes
    Rode vlag
    no
    WAAR OP TE LETTEN
    ◆
    George Russell's strong start and superior race pace on the C3 medium tires as observed in his Sprint win [1.2.1].
    ◆
    Lando Norris and McLaren struggling with higher tire wear over long runs at the high-energy Zandvoort banked corners.
    ◆
    Oscar Piastri falling 3 places due to high tire degradation over the 72-lap race distance, a persistent issue for McLaren.
    ◆
    Oliver Bearman recovering 4 places owing to a very strong race pace and Haas's flexible undercut strategy in the midfield.
    POTENTIËLE VERRASSING
    Charles Leclerc
    If Charles Leclerc can execute an aggressive undercut from P6 and the Mercedes drivers get caught in traffic or fight each other, Ferrari's superior tire management could propel Leclerc onto the top step.
    SNELLE STATISTIEKEN
    MARGE WINNAAR2.8
    GEKLASSEERD20
    Meer voorspellingen
    SNELSTE RONDELando Norris
    WINNEND CONSTRUCTEURMercedes
    SNELSTE RONDE CONSTRUCTEURMcLaren
    Pitstrategie
    Eerste pitstopEsteban Ocon
    Laatste pitstopCarlos Sainz
    Snelste pitstopRed Bull Racing
    DE VOORSPELLING
    PROP
    KANS
    KEUZE
    Will Arvid Lindblad finish in the points (Top 10)?
    63%
    JA
    Will the pole sitter win the race?
    72%
    JA
    Will there be a first-lap incident requiring a yellow flag or investigation?
    58%
    JA
    Will the race winner set the fastest lap?
    54%
    JA
    Will there be more than one safety car deployment?
    42%
    NEE
    Will the WDC points gap between P1 and P2 shrink after this race?
    46%
    NEE
    Will a driver from outside the top 3 WCC teams finish on the podium?
    22%
    NEE
    Will there be a leader change in the final 10 laps?
    18%
    NEE
    FUN PICKS
    CAT
    WED
    KANS
    KEUZE
    CULTUUR
    Will a driver's onboard camera feed be visibly obscured by orange smoke during the race?
    92%
    JA ✓
    DIEREN
    Will a seagull be shown on the broadcast sitting on the track or the perimeter fencing during the race?
    60%
    JA ✗
    CHAOS
    Will the broadcast show a car kicking up a cloud of sand from the dune-side run-off areas?
    75%
    JA ✗
    AI RACE ANALYSE

    De debrief.

    Lando Norris masterclass secures second consecutive victory as Verstappen's home race ends in heartbreak.
    The 2026 Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort provided a dramatic farewell to one of the calendar’s most atmospheric circuits. The race exploded into action immediately when, on the opening lap, local hero Max Verstappen lost control of his Red Bull on the damp final corner and slammed into the barriers, triggering an immediate Red Flag. The incident silenced the 'Orange Army' and required a lengthy suspension to clear the significant debris scattered across the track. Once the race resumed with a standing restart, Kimi Antonelli—who had been lurking close behind—made a brilliant move to overtake pole-sitter Lando Norris for the lead. The young Mercedes driver held the advantage for the majority of the race, appearing comfortable at the front. However, Norris, in his McLaren, showcased superior tire management and patience. As the race entered its final third, Norris steadily closed the gap, ultimately executing a clinical overtake on lap 45 to reclaim the lead. A late Virtual Safety Car, caused by Esteban Ocon coming to a halt on the track, compressed the field and opened a final pit window. While Mercedes attempted to manage their two-car strategy by inverting positions to put Antonelli in a stronger position, Norris remained untouchable at the front. The McLaren driver crossed the line to take his second consecutive victory, leaving the Mercedes duo of Antonelli and George Russell to complete the podium.
    STRATEGIE
    The race was defined by the handling of the Red Flag and the later VSC. Teams had to balance the risk of pitting during the mid-race window against the durability of the C3 tires. McLaren’s strategy was focused on the long game; they prioritized tire integrity, which allowed Norris to maintain consistent pace even when he was chasing Antonelli. Mercedes attempted a split strategy, utilizing team orders to support Antonelli’s title charge, but they couldn't overcome the pace deficit to the McLaren in the final stint. The late VSC added a layer of complexity, but Norris had already built a sufficient buffer, and the lack of a full Safety Car meant the field didn't bunch up enough for the chasing pack to mount a genuine challenge on the final laps.
    SLEUTELMOMENTEN
    RONDE 1
    Max Verstappen crashes into the barriers at the final corner.
    Triggered an immediate Red Flag to clear debris, halting the race for a significant period.
    RONDE 4
    Race restart following the Red Flag.
    Kimi Antonelli seizes the lead from Lando Norris as the field goes back to green-flag racing.
    RONDE 45
    Lando Norris overtakes Kimi Antonelli.
    Norris reclaimed the race lead after managing his tire life effectively through the mid-stint.
    RONDE 68
    Virtual Safety Car (VSC) deployed for Esteban Ocon.
    Allowed field members to pit for fresh tires, tightening the final gaps, but Norris held his position at the front.
    DRIVER OF THE DAY
    Lando Norris
    Fans voted for Norris for his composed and strategic drive, which saw him lose the lead after the restart but fight back to defeat the Mercedes duo on pace alone.
    AI COUREUR KEUZE
    Kimi Antonelli
    Despite missing out on the win, Antonelli's ability to jump Norris on the restart and lead the majority of the race demonstrates maturity and pace well beyond his years.
    AI-VOORSPELLING REVIEW
    Our prediction correctly identified the podium contenders but struggled to account for the specific sequence of interruptions.
    HIT: We correctly predicted the podium composition (Norris, Antonelli, Russell) and the team performance for Mercedes and Ferrari.
    MISS: We predicted a standard Safety Car deployment, but the race featured a major Red Flag incident and a Virtual Safety Car instead, which significantly altered the race flow.

Vrije training

  • Training 1Snelste: Kimi ANTONELLIAI zat ernaast

VRIJE TRAINING 1

AI-VOORSPELLINGEN

De voorspelling.

VOORSPELD SNELSTE

Norris has shown exceptional recent form and high-speed consistency, which is crucial for the single practice session available during this sprint weekend.

VOORSPELLING WEERDAMP
lucht18°C
baan28°C
regen60%
wind16 km/h
Meer voorspellingen
SNELSTE CONSTRUCTEURMcLaren
OVERWINNINGSMARGE0.380sec
VOORSPELLING NAUWKEURIGHEID

De scorekaart.

VOORSPELLING NAUWKEURIGHEID
VOORSPELLING VS WERKELIJKHEID
METRIEKVOORSPELLINGWERKELIJKRESULTAAT
MARGE0.38s0.12s
CONDITIESdampdry
TEMPERATUUR18°19°
CALLS
SNELSTE
TOP 580%
CONSTRUCTOR
H2H7/11
TEAMGENOTEN DUELS

Onderling.

COUREURRESULTAAT

Gasly consistently holds the edge in qualifying pace and experience, which is critical for a technical circuit like Zandvoort where setup time is limited due to the Sprint format.

Alonso remains the team's primary driver, and while Aston Martin brings a significant update, Alonso's ability to extract pace on a challenging, narrow circuit typically outclasses his teammate.

Hulkenberg is frequently over-rated in predictions, and Bortoleto has shown strong improvement trends; the tight Zandvoort layout often favors the adaptability of the younger driver.

Despite both drivers suffering from prediction biases, Perez generally maintains a performance buffer over Bottas in single-lap scenarios.

Hamilton's current form index and high-speed circuit mastery give him the edge, even against an improving Leclerc, for a critical FP1 session.

Bearman has dominated the internal qualifying head-to-head this season and is better equipped to handle the demands of a high-downforce technical track.

Norris has been the more consistent qualifier throughout the 2026 season and holds a significant advantage in extracting pace from the McLaren package.

Antonelli has outperformed Russell in the H2H standings this season and is currently adapting better to the Mercedes car, making him the favorite for single-lap pace.

Lawson has the experience edge and a strong upward trend in recent races, which will be vital for a clean and fast FP1 in a Sprint weekend format.

As the local hero at a track he knows exceptionally well, Verstappen's confidence and pace advantage over his teammate remain the strongest factors in this matchup.

Sainz has significantly outperformed Albon in qualifying this season, and his technical feedback will be crucial for Williams' performance at this circuit.

AI FP1 ANALYSE

De debrief.

Kimi Antonelli stamps authority on Zandvoort with pace-setting display in sole practice session
Mercedes stamped their authority on the Zandvoort circuit as Kimi Antonelli led a dominant 1-3 showing for the Silver Arrows in the weekend’s only practice session. In a tricky, damp-to-dry transition, the field was forced to maximize a condensed hour of running ahead of Sprint Qualifying. Antonelli’s 1:12.949 benchmark underlined his confidence, while George Russell’s P3 finish confirms that the Mercedes W17 is in a strong operating window, despite the high-downforce, high-energy nature of the Dutch circuit. Elsewhere, the narrative was one of tension and attrition. Red Bull endured a difficult session with Max Verstappen languishing in 11th, struggling for balance on his home turf, while Ferrari displayed consistent pace with Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc locking out the top five. The midfield remains tightly packed, with Nico Hulkenberg providing a surprise standout performance in P7 for Audi, though the session was interrupted by various excursions into the gravel, signaling that the low-grip, wind-affected conditions are pushing drivers and their cars to the absolute limit.
STRATEGIE
The data from FP1 points toward a high-degradation weekend, with the combination of banked corners and abrasive surface creating a significant burden on the front-left tyre. With this being a Sprint weekend, the lack of long-run data makes the two-stop strategy look like the most viable path for Sunday. Teams will be wary of the track's evolution; sand on the track surface remains a variable that could alter the grip levels mid-race, making tyre management and qualifying track position vital for the Sprint.
SLEUTELMOMENTEN
RUN1
Mixed track conditions at start
Drivers began on intermediates due to damp patches, delaying the shift to slick tyres and limiting the total dry-running time ahead of Sprint Qualifying.
RUN15
Track evolution accelerates
As the track dried, the field switched to soft tyres, leading to a frantic flurry of performance runs that saw the top of the leaderboard shuffle repeatedly.
RUN25
Multiple gravel excursions
The unforgiving nature of Zandvoort caught out Verstappen, Hamilton, and Alonso, while Carlos Sainz suffered floor damage after two separate off-track moments.
AI COUREUR KEUZE
Nico Hulkenberg
Securing a P7 finish on the medium compound relative to the soft-running frontrunners shows the Audi is performing well above its typical expectation.
AI-VOORSPELLING REVIEW
Our pre-session predictions largely missed the mark on the order, particularly underestimating Mercedes' raw pace and overestimating the immediate performance of the Red Bulls.
HIT: We correctly anticipated that track position would be critical and that tire degradation would be a primary focus for teams throughout the weekend.
MISS: We placed Max Verstappen in the top five for the race/weekend, but his P11 in FP1 suggests the Red Bull has significant balance issues that need addressing before qualifying.
FAQ

Dutch Grand Prix voorspellingen FAQ

Wie wordt er voorspeld als winnaar van de Dutch Grand Prix (Zandvoort) 2026?
George Russell (Mercedes)
Wat is het voorspelde podium voor de Dutch Grand Prix (Zandvoort) 2026?
P1: George Russell. P2: Kimi Antonelli. P3: Lando Norris.
Wie wordt er voorspeld voor de pole position voor de Dutch Grand Prix (Zandvoort) 2026?
George Russell (Mercedes)
Welke factoren weegt de AI voor de Dutch Grand Prix voorspellingen?
George Russell's strong start and superior race pace on the C3 medium tires as observed in his Sprint win [1.2.1].. Lando Norris and McLaren struggling with higher tire wear over long runs at the high-energy Zandvoort banked corners..
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