Pole Sitter Collection

British Formula Three Championship
Pole sitter Jenson Button (GBR) Promatecme Dallara F399-Renault finished the race in fourth position. British Formula Three Championship, Rd 14, Spa-Francorchamps, Belgium, 26 September 1999.

Formula One World Championship
Fifth placed John Watson (GBR) Brabham BT45B (Centre) leads pole sitter and sixth placed finisher Mario Andretti (USA) Lotus 78 (Left) and Jody Scheckter (RSA) Wolf WR1 (Right)

Formula One World Championship
Pole sitter and eventual race winner James Hunt (GBR) McLaren M26 sits in fourth position in the opening laps of the race, ahead of Gunnar Nilsson (SWE) Lotus 78

Formula One World Championship
Pole sitter and second place finisher Jody Scheckter (RSA) Wolf WR1 leads the field into the first corner at the start of the race. German Grand Prix, Rd 11, Hockenheim, Germany, 31 July 1977

British Formula Three Championship
Pole sitter Jenson Button (GBR) Promatecme Dallara F399-Renault, who finished the race in fourth position, leads the field into Eau Rouge at the start of the race

Non Championship Formula One
Jody Scheckter (RSA) Tyrrell, celebrates with the traditional 100 bottles of champagne after taking pole position. He crashed out of the race on the third lap

Formula One World Championship
Rubens Barrichello (BRA) Ferrari F2003-GA took pole position and went on to win for the second time this season in the last race of the year

Formula One World Championship
Jean-Pierre Jarier (FRA) Lotus 79 took his third and final F1 pole position, but retired from a commanding lead of the race on lap 50 with a brake failure

British Formula Three Championship
Pole sitter Jenson Button (GBR) Promatecme Dallara F399-Renault finished the race in fourth position. British Formula Three Championship, Rd 14, Spa-Francorchamps, Belgium, 26 September 1999

Formula One World Championship
Pole sitter and race winner Rubens Barrichello (BRA) Ferrari F2003-GA leads Fernando Alonso (ESP) Renault R23B, who retired from the race on lap 18 with a blown engine

Formula One World Championship
Ralf Schumacher (GER) Williams BMW FW25 clamed his second career pole position, but slipped back to finish fourth in the race. Monaco Grand Prix, Rd7, Monte Carlo, Monaco, 1 June 2003. BEST IMAGE

DTM
Pole sitter Heinz-Harald Frentzen (GER) Audi Sport Team Abt Veltins Audi A4 06. DTM, Rd10, Hockenheim, Germany. 27-29 October 2006. DIGITAL IMAGE

Formula One World Championship: Pole sitter and race winner Rubens Barrichello Ferrari F2003-GA leads Fernando Alonso
Pole sitter and race winner Rubens Barrichello (BRA) Ferrari F2003-GA leads Fernando Alonso (ESP) Renault R23B, who retired from the race on lap 18 with a blown engine

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"Capturing the Thrill: Pole Sitter Dominates the Formula One World Championship" In the high-octane world of motorsports, being a pole sitter is an achievement that demands respect and admiration. As drivers push their limits to secure the coveted top spot on the starting grid, they set themselves up for success in races that test their skills and determination. The Formula One World Championship, renowned for its fierce competition and cutting-edge technology, showcases these exceptional athletes who have mastered the art of speed. With each race weekend comes anticipation as fans eagerly await qualifying sessions to witness who will claim pole position. The pole sitter's ability to navigate treacherous corners with precision and extract maximum performance from their machine sets them apart from their rivals. Their unwavering focus during those crucial minutes can make all the difference between triumph or defeat. The British Formula Three Championship serves as a stepping stone for aspiring racers aiming to reach higher echelons of motorsport glory. Here too, pole sitters showcase their raw talent and ambition while battling against fellow rising stars on iconic circuits across Britain. Beyond single-seater racing lies another prestigious championship - DTM (Deutsche Tourenwagen Masters). In this fiercely competitive touring car series, where manufacturers battle head-to-head for supremacy, securing pole position becomes even more critical. With cars jostling for space at blistering speeds around tight bends and long straights, it takes nerves of steel to emerge victorious as a DTM pole sitter. Whether it's in the pinnacle of open-wheel racing like Formula One or in other equally challenging championships such as British F3 or DTM, being a pole sitter signifies excellence in its purest form. These remarkable individuals epitomize dedication, skillful driving techniques honed through countless hours of practice, and an insatiable hunger for victory.