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Stroll, Verstappen and Sainz allowed to start F1 Australian GP
The FIA stewards have confirmed Lance Stroll, Max Verstappen and Carlos Sainz will all be on the Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix starting grid despite not setting a qualifying lap time
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George Russell of Mercedes put in a dominant display to secure pole position for the season-opening Australian Grand Prix. See the full starting grid for Sunday's race in Melbourne.
The four-time world champion lost control under braking at the first corner and will start at the back of the grid for the season’s opening race.