Antonelli's timing in Austin went perfectly.

Ferrari dominated the practice sessions, with Leclerc winning the first two and Hamilton the third. In Q1, Leclerc initially led with a time of 1:35.200, but Norris took over with 1:35.029. Verstappen finished third, while Ocon, Stroll, Sainz, Albon, Pérez, and Bottas were eliminated. In Q2, Verstappen started strong but was overtaken by Leclerc, with Mercedes drivers Antonelli and Russell following. Eliminated were Alonso, Colapinto, Bortoleto, Bearman, Hülkenberg, and Gasly. Antonelli secured his seventh pole position with a time of 1:34.035 in Q3. He will start alongside Verstappen, with Hadjar and Leclerc in the second row. Antonelli has a chance to become champion if he wins and Russell finishes ninth or lower, while Hamilton must finish fifth or lower. The race starts Sunday at 21:00 Hungarian time.