In a tumultuous Formula 1 sprint race in Miami, McLaren’s Lando Norris triumphed, overcoming a rain-soaked track that led to multiple crashes and the race concluding under a “safety car.” Starting in third position, Norris quickly ascended to second place at the first corner and later overtook teammate Oscar Piastri amid a flurry of pit stops in the closing laps. A subdued Norris expressed satisfaction over team radio, marking a significant victory after a challenging season in which he lost his championship lead to Piastri, who finished second.
Ferrari’s Lewis Hamilton, a seven-time world champion and newcomer to the team, also celebrated a commendable performance, despite it being a tough year so far. The race, however, was disappointing for Mercedes rookie Kimi Antonelli, who had secured pole position but lost ground at the start, experiencing a collision with reigning champion Max Verstappen during a pit stop. Antonelli claimed that Piastri had pushed him unfairly off the track, but officials took no action. He ultimately placed 10th, missing out on points.
Verstappen, who maintained a competitive position before his pit stop, incurred a 10-second penalty due to an “unsafe release” by his team. The race was not without incidents, including Ferrari driver Charles Leclerc crashing into the wall before the start and Williams’ Carlos Sainz retiring due to a tire puncture. The finale witnessed Aston Martin’s Fernando Alonso colliding with a Racing Bulls driver, prompting the deployment of the safety car to manage the debris and conclude the chaotic event.
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