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2024 F1 Australian GP results: Carlos Sainz wins
Carlos Sainz secured victory at the Albert Park Circuit, beating Charles Leclerc and Lando Norris after polesitter Max Verstappen had to retire early due to mechanical issues. Sainz overtook Verstappen on lap 2 and soon began to dominate the race. Hamilton encountered engine problems and had to retire on lap 17. Sainz extended his lead over Leclerc and eventually took the checkered flag with a 2.3s lead. Norris finished in third place, securing a podium for McLaren. Sergio Perez finished fifth, while a dramatic crash for Russell allowed Alonso to secure sixth place. Yuki Tsunoda scored points for Haas with an eighth-place finish.
