Oscar Piastri Secures First F1 Pole as McLaren Dominates in Shanghai
Lewis Hamilton claims his first Ferrari victory in the Sprint, while Lando Norris narrowly retains his championship lead.
- Oscar Piastri clinched his first career pole position for the Chinese Grand Prix, highlighting McLaren's strong start to the season.
- Lewis Hamilton earned his first win with Ferrari in the Shanghai Sprint, marking a significant turnaround after a disappointing season opener.
- Lando Norris, the current championship leader, finished eighth in the Sprint and third in qualifying, retaining a slim two-point lead over Max Verstappen.
- Max Verstappen continues to struggle with Red Bull's car performance, finishing third in the Sprint and fourth in qualifying.
- The newly asphalted Shanghai circuit has tested teams' adaptability, with tire management playing a critical role throughout the weekend.