Synonyms

starting grid

British

noun

motor racing a marked section of the track at the start where the cars line up according to their times in practice, the fastest occupying the front position

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In 2024, he became the first Super Bowl in-game DJ, and that May, he was the first-ever starting grid DJ at a Formula 1 race during Miami’s grand prix.

From Los Angeles Times

Starting grid for the Qatar Grand Prix after qualifying at the Lusail International Circuit on Saturday:

From Barron's

The starting grid for Sunday's Mexico Grand Prix following the final qualifying sessions on Saturday:

From Barron's

Australia's Piastri, the championship leader, settled for sixth place on the starting grid.

From Barron's

But her place on Drag Race UK's starting grid is getting attention at home.

From BBC

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