Starting grid
24th pole position for Lewis HAMILTON
153th pole position for McLaren as constructor
89th pole position for Mercedes as engine builder
Average : 171.704 km/h
| Driver | Penalty | Reason |
| Bruno SENNA (17th) | Demoted by 5 places | Change of gearbox |
| Pedro de la ROSA (24th) | Demoted by 5 places | Change of gearbox |
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