Lewis Hamilton Claims First Ferrari Victory in Chinese Grand Prix Sprint
Oscar Piastri secures his career-first pole position for Sunday's main race, intensifying early season championship rivalries.
- Lewis Hamilton dominated the sprint race at the Chinese Grand Prix, marking his first win with Ferrari during his second race weekend with the team.
- Oscar Piastri achieved his maiden Formula 1 pole position for the main race, showcasing McLaren's competitiveness this season.
- Lando Norris, the current championship leader, finished eighth in the sprint race after an early mistake, narrowing his lead over Max Verstappen to just two points.
- George Russell will start Sunday's main race in second position, with Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc occupying the third row for Ferrari.
- The Chinese Grand Prix is the first of six sprint race weekends in the 2025 season, adding strategic complexity to the championship.