P1racenews AI automatic summary:
The driver ratings for the Austrian Grand Prix are in – who tops our list of best performers for the weekend, and who slumped during a difficult round?
George Russell secured his first race victory of the season at the Austrian Grand Prix, benefiting from a collision between Max Verstappen and Lando Norris. Nico Hulkenberg impressed with a sixth-place finish for Haas, marking the team’s strongest result in two years. Lando Norris maintained his reputation as Verstappen’s closest challenger with a strong performance, despite the incident. Carlos Sainz delivered a consistent drive for Ferrari, capturing a podium when his rivals faltered. Daniel Ricciardo showed signs of improvement in Austria, successfully defending to secure points amid struggles this season. Lewis Hamilton faced difficulties due to floor damage, resulting in a disappointing race for the seven-time world champion. Zhou Guanyu and Sergio Perez both had challenging races, finishing in 17th and sustaining damage early on, respectively.
