The Australian Grand Prix delivered a rollercoaster of emotions! Shocking retirements from key players left the field wide open, creating an enthralling race.

Here’s a breakdown of the winners and losers, according to Mail Sport’s Nathan Salt.

Winners

Carlos Sainz (9):

A remarkable comeback! After recovering from appendix surgery, Sainz triumphed in Melbourne.

While some might downplay his win due to Verstappen’s retirement, it’s a well-deserved victory that sends a strong message to other teams.

Lando Norris (8):

A brilliant drive from Norris, even though he couldn’t challenge the Ferraris.

McLaren’s strategic team orders for Oscar Piastri to let Norris pass, despite the crowd’s disapproval, proved effective, securing a podium finish.

Yuki Tsunoda (7):

A strong performance from Tsunoda shouldn’t go unnoticed.

He secured his first points of the season with an eighth-place finish.

Nico Hülkenberg & Kevin Magnussen (7):

Haas celebrates! Their ninth and tenth-place finishes mark their first double-points finish since 2022.

Losers

Max Verstappen (1):

A nightmare scenario for the championship leader.

His car caught fire within the first three laps, leaving him with nothing he could do.

Lewis Hamilton (2):

Another disappointing race for Hamilton.

Engine failure forced him out, leading to a feeling of another potential miserable season in his final year with Mercedes.

George Russell (4):

A frustrating end for Russell.

While on track for a seventh-place finish, a last-lap crash while pursuing Alonso caused outrage within Mercedes, who suspect Alonso of brake-testing Russell.

Stewards will be reviewing the incident.

Sergio Perez (5):

Given Verstappen’s absence and the superior Red Bull car, much more was expected of Perez.

His fifth-place finish shows that driver talent also plays a crucial role.

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