It's time to set the grid for the Japanese Grand Prix!
Mercedes is no doubt the firm favourite to take success in the upcoming session following lightning times during the final free practice outing.
Kimi Antonelli led his team-mate George Russell as the second-year driver looks to follow up his strong performance in China with another success story.
However, Mercedes' rivals will be keen to kick back and stop the dominance - what can McLaren, Ferrari and Red Bull respond with?
We're about to find out!
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Qualifying - Japanese
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