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Lewis Hamilton, Mercedes AMG F1, shows off his Ayrton Senna helmet, a gift after equalling the Brazilian's pole record, in the post-qualifying press conference
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What is Hamilton’s place among the greatest F1 qualifying laps?

After scorching to his 93rd pole at Spa, Lewis Hamilton's status among Formula 1's greatest qualifiers is unquestioned. But how does his "extra-terrestrial" lap compare against the best ever, and what parameters should be set for the debate?

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It's a simple fact that Hamilton has more Formula 1 pole positions than any driver in world championship history. His current tally of 93 puts him miles ahead of second-placed Michael Schumacher (on 68) and even his strike rate is similar to that of Ayrton Senna, regarded by some as the fastest ever F1 driver.

But does Hamilton have a particular standout lap, one that bears comparison with, for example, Senna's famous 1988 Monaco Grand Prix performance?

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