Alisha Palmowski in the spotlight ahead of United States Grand Prix

Kimi Antonelli leads the starting grid in Austin.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 3h1 min read

https://t.co/LoFhVdIEmg Via @SkySportsF1 on X

What happened: Alisha Palmowski takes center stage during the Formula 1 weekend in Texas as the paddock convenes at Circuit of the Americas.

Why it matters: The MSC Cruises United States Grand Prix anchors the 2026 Formula 1 regular-season schedule with front-row positioning settled after qualifying.

By the numbers: United States Grand Prix qualifying top five: P1 Kimi Antonelli, P2 Max Verstappen, P3 Isack Hadjar, P4 Charles Leclerc, P5 Lewis Hamilton.

What to watch: Antonelli and Verstappen launch from the front row when lights go out in Austin.

Sources

@SkySportsF1 2026-10-25T15:41:46.076206+00:00

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