Verstappen dominated the Chinese Grand Prix, securing his fourth win. The race featured intense battles and strategic maneuvers. Norris and Perez also showcased strong performances in the top positions.
Driving for Red Bull Racing , Verstappen took the lead from the start of the race, while Fernando Alonso briefly surged ahead of Sergio Perez to claim second position at Turn 1. Despite facing challenges during qualifying and early laps due to tyre-related issues, Hamilton showcased his skill by maneuvering through the field and securing a top-ten finish. However, Alonso lost ground as the race progressed.
Undeterred by the chaos behind him, Verstappen secured his fourth race win of the season, with an impressive second place taken by Lando Norris of McLaren . Perez completed the podium for Red Bull in third position. Charles Leclerc led the Ferrari team with a fourth-place finish, followed by his teammate Carlos Sainz in fifth, and George Russell driving for Mercedes in sixth. Alonso claimed seventh position, while Oscar Piastri and Lewis Hamilton, who climbed from 18th on the grid, finished eighth and ninth, respectively. Haas driver Nico Hulkenberg rounded off the top ten by claiming the final championship point. (Inputs from IANS)