Overview

• Lando Norris claimed the first victory of the 2025 Formula 1 season at the Australian Grand Prix, overcoming challenging weather conditions.
• Rain and a series of crashes disrupted the race, with only 14 drivers crossing the finish line out of 20 starters.
• Max Verstappen finished second, narrowly trailing Norris, while George Russell took third place for Mercedes.
• McLaren showcased strong performance, with Norris starting from pole and teammate Oscar Piastri leading early before finishing ninth after a late error.
• Nico Hülkenberg achieved a seventh-place finish for Sauber, earning his team more points in one race than their entire 2024 season.