Qualifying for the Belgian Grand Prix saw mixed weather conditions, a big crash for Lando Norris, and an absolutely stunning final few moments as George Russell took an incredible provisional pole for Williams, before being pipped at the death by Max Verstappen.
It was a sensational performance by Russell, who came agonisingly close to taking what would have been the biggest shock pole for years at Spa, and you can follow the dramatic final moments of the session in the video above.
QUALIFYING REPORT: Verstappen denies Russell shock pole in dramatic wet qualifying session at Spa
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