George Russell secured Mercedes’ first victory of the season at the Austrian GP in Formula 1, capitalizing on a late collision between Lando Norris and Max Verstappen. This marked Russell’s second F1 win, with McLaren’s Oscar Piastri finishing second and Ferrari’s Carlos Sainz Jr. in third.
The clash between Norris and Verstappen occurred when Norris attempted to overtake the Red Bull driver for the lead, resulting in both cars sustaining damage. Verstappen received a 10-second penalty, allowing Russell to take the lead and ultimately win the race.
Despite Verstappen’s dominant performance throughout the weekend, a botched pit stop and aggressive driving led to the incident with Norris. Lewis Hamilton finished fourth, with Verstappen in fifth place.
The British Grand Prix is the next race on July 7, with Verstappen leading the championship standings. The thrilling race highlighted the competitive nature of the sport, with Russell emerging as the unexpected winner in a dramatic turn of events.
Overall, the Austrian GP provided fans with intense moments and unexpected outcomes, setting the stage for an exciting remainder of the season in Formula 1.
© Copyright 2024 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed without permission.