With Verstappen’s Red Bull stranded in the gravel in front of 16,000 Lando Norris supporters at the world champion’s designated stand, the safety car was deployed.

The seven-time world champion edged out Kimi Antonelli in qualifying for the 17-lap dash.

Norris fell short in his quest to take his first title last year after Max Verstappen saw off his challenge to land his fourth consecutive crown.

Cork are through to the All-Ireland Senior Hurling Championship final