Dutch Grand Prix 2022 - Race Schedule and Countdown

Max Verstappen delighted his home crowd with a commanding victory at the Dutch Grand Prix, taking pole position, race win, and fastest lap to claim a perfect weekend at Circuit Zandvoort. The Red Bull driver controlled the race from start to finish in front of a sea of orange-clad fans, delivering his 10th win of the season. George Russell finished second for Mercedes, securing his best result of the campaign, while Charles Leclerc completed the podium in third for Ferrari.

Verstappen's dominance at his home circuit was never in doubt as he led every lap from pole position, managing his pace expertly around Zandvoort's tight, undulating layout. The partisan Dutch crowd created an incredible atmosphere, with massive grandstands packed to capacity and fans camping out for days to catch a glimpse of their hero. Russell drove a strong race for Mercedes to claim second, capitalizing on improved performance from the W13 as the team finally began to understand their car. His podium marked Mercedes' continued progress after their difficult early season.

The race featured a dramatic incident on the opening lap when Lewis Hamilton and Fernando Alonso collided at Turn 1, with Hamilton's Mercedes becoming airborne after riding over Alonso's Alfa Romeo. Both drivers continued, though Hamilton's race was compromised by damage. Charles Leclerc secured third place for Ferrari, but the result extended Verstappen's championship lead to 109 points with seven races remaining. The victory in front of his passionate home supporters provided one of the emotional highlights of Verstappen's dominant season, as he continued his march toward a second consecutive World Championship.