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On a weekend which marked his 110th start, Lando Norris finally clinched a maiden Formula 1 victory at the Miami
McLaren’s major upgrade package and a well-timed Safety Car helped them secure victory in Miami, with Lando Norris claiming his first Formula 1 win since Monza 2021. While Norris celebrated, some drivers faced disappointment, unable to leave Florida with positive results. Despite a challenging Sprint race, Norris excelled in the Grand Prix, showcasing his pace and skill to outperform his rivals. His McLaren teammate, Oscar Piastri, faced setbacks due to the Safety Car timing, losing track position and finishing lower than expected. Max Verstappen, though not entirely satisfied with his RB20, still extended his championship lead with a second-place finish. Charles Leclerc showed strong performance for Ferrari, bouncing back from setbacks to secure strong qualifying positions and respectable race results.