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Verstappen streak suffers blazing end as Sainz puts himself in the shop window – RacingNews365 Review
Carlos Sainz achieved a remarkable victory at the Australian Grand Prix, securing his third win in Formula 1, while Max Verstappen’s 43-race finishing streak ended with a fiery retirement. Sainz’s win has boosted his prospects of securing a drive for the next season in F1. He led a Ferrari one-two, with Charles Leclerc finishing closely behind under a VSC after George Russell’s crash. Verstappen explained his frustration by uttering “f***ing stupid” after his unexpected retirement due to a brake issue. Unbroadcast team radio revealed Russell’s panic after being stranded on the track following his late-race crash. Fernando Alonso defended his driving against Russell, denying it was dangerous after receiving a penalty. Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff acknowledged it is fair to question his leadership following a tough start to the season, with Sergio Perez’s performance providing Red Bull with important insights. Daniel Ricciardo expressed surprise at his poor start to the season but dismissed distractions from critics, emphasizing that his head is not filled with negativity. Make sure to watch the best F1 videos on YouTube for the latest news, views, podcasts, and analysis provided by RacingNews365’s expert team throughout the 24-race calendar.
