Max Verstappen has shown he has the pace when it matters most as he beat Formula 1 title rivals Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris to claim pole position for the British Grand Prix.

Max Verstappen has gotten the better of his Formula 1 title rivals Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris to claim a surprise pole position for the British Grand Prix

Strolling with his usual swagger across the pit-lane, Jose Mourinho was on ceremonial duties on Saturday in handing over the Pirelli pole position award at a murky Silverstone circuit. Yet rather appropriately,

Max Verstappen, who is currently signed with Red Bull, is in talks with Mercedes over changing sides, according to The Guardian. The negotiations have reportedly intensified leading up to this weekend's British Grand Prix.

Red Bull team principal Christian Horner has said Max Verstappen still intends to stay with the team for next year despite speculation about a move to Mercedes which would shake up Formula 1.

Max Verstappen is under contract with Red Bull through 2028, but a performance clause has given Mercedes and opportunity to poach the world champion.