GHOST CAR: See how Antonelli beat Russell in the fight for Japanese GP pole position
Using Formula 1's Ghost Car feature, watch how Kimi Antonelli beat George Russell to pole position in Japan.
Kimi Antonelli has sealed back-to-back pole positions, this time ahead of the Japanese Grand Prix after beating Mercedes team mate George Russell.
After becoming the youngest polesitter for a Grand Prix at the previous round in China, Antonelli will once again start first for Sunday's 53-lap at the Suzuka Circuit.
With our Ghost Car tool you can see how close it was between Antonelli and Russell for pole, as just three tenths separated the pair.
Click on the video player above to see Antonelli's pole position lap.
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