Lando Norris wins Australian Grand Prix

McLaren’s Lando Norris has claimed a dramatic win in the Australian Grand Prix, pipping reigning Formula 1 world champion Red Bull’s Max Verstappen.

Australian Oscar Piastri – Norris’ teammate – followed him closely for more than 40 laps and was poised for a podium finish before spinning off the track on lap 44. He was able to return to the race and tried valiantly to weave through the field.

Australian driver Jack Doohan crashed out of the race on the opening lap, ramping up the pressure on him to keep his seat at Alpine.

Doohan lost control on turn six, spinning on the slippery track and crashing into the wall.