Sebastian Vettel retired early from the Formula 1 qualifier at Zandvoort. For the German driver from Aston Martin it was already over after the first knockout elimination.

Vettel missed the second qualifying phase for the third time in a row after drifting into the gravel trap on his last lap just before the finish line. The four-time world champion was only penultimate. The 15th race of the season will take place on Sunday (3 p.m. / Sky and RTL). World champion Max Verstappen confidently leads the world championship standings.