starting grid
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The starting grid for Sunday's Mexico Grand Prix following the final qualifying sessions on Saturday:
From Barron's • Oct. 25, 2025
"They've afforded me a spot on their starting grid - that for me is bigger than any result that I'll ever get in one of these races."
From BBC • Mar. 13, 2024
But Ferrari’s heroic effort will be punished with a 10-place penalty for Sainz on Saturday night’s starting grid.
From Seattle Times • Nov. 17, 2023
Chip Ganassi Racing and points leader Palou were assessed a nine-position starting grid penalty for unapproved engine changes after Saturday’s practice.
From Washington Times • Aug. 27, 2023
But his team repaired the main car, Palou stayed in the top nine and started from sixth, the second row on the starting grid.
From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 2022