# Japanese GP Quali Review: Antonelli v Russell & Verstappen’s Struggles

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Podcast: [F1: Chequered Flag](https://stenobird.com/podcast/f1-chequered-flag-810128)
Published: 2026-03-28T10:54:00+00:00
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Duration seconds: 1526

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Who would prevail in the pole shootout between Kimi Antonelli and George Russell in Japan? Harry Benjamin, Jennie Gow and W Series race-winner Alice Powell reflect on qualifying at the Japanese Grand Prix. Could Ferrari challenge the Silver Arrows? And would McLaren improve their poor start to the season? Plus, Max Verstappen’s Red Bull struggles continue.

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