George Russell Triumphs in Canada Amidst McLaren Drama
Source: news.source.channelnewsasia
George Russell secured Mercedes' first victory of the Formula One season at the Canadian Grand Prix, while McLaren's Lando Norris crashed into teammate Oscar Piastri, leading to Norris's retirement from the race. Max Verstappen finished second, unable to achieve a fourth consecutive win at the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve. Rookie Kimi Antonelli celebrated his first F1 podium, finishing third.
Key Points
George Russell won the Canadian Grand Prix, marking Mercedes' first victory of the season.
Lando Norris's collision with teammate Oscar Piastri led to Norris's retirement from the race.
Max Verstappen finished second, missing out on a fourth consecutive win at the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve.
Kimi Antonelli, an 18-year-old rookie, achieved his first F1 podium by finishing third.
Oscar Piastri finished fourth, extending his lead in the championship standings.
