Overview
- Red Bull fitted a new power unit that forced Max Verstappen to start from the pit lane, and he recovered with three stops to briefly lead before finishing third.
- Mercedes rookie Kimi Antonelli secured second after a late defensive masterclass to hold off Verstappen for his best Formula 1 result.
- Oscar Piastri was given a 10‑second penalty for causing a collision at the restart and finished fifth, as Charles Leclerc retired in the aftermath of the incident.
- Franco Colapinto was confirmed by Alpine for 2026, set the race’s fastest lap, and ended 15th after reporting a slower‑feeling rebuilt car and losing time to a 5.4‑second second stop.
- The standings show Lando Norris on 390 points ahead of Piastri on 366 and Verstappen on 341, with Las Vegas next on the calendar.