George Russell wins Bahrain Grand Prix
Lewis Hamilton and Oscar Piastri complete the podium at Sepang International Circuit.
George Russell won the Bahrain Grand Prix at Sepang International Circuit on Sunday, October 4, crossing the line 3.719s ahead of Lewis Hamilton. Oscar Piastri completed the podium.
The winner started P3 and gained 2 places on the way to the top step.
It was a difficult day for Pierre Gasly, Kimi Antonelli and Alexander Albon, who failed to finish.
After 16 of 24 rounds, George Russell leads the F1 standings on 291 points, 34 clear of Kimi Antonelli.
Round 17, the Singapore Grand Prix at Marina Bay Street Circuit, follows on Sunday, October 11.
Top 10
| Pos | Driver | Time / Gap | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | George RussellMercedes · GBR | 1:28:25.127 | 25 |
| 2 | Lewis HamiltonFerrari · GBR | +3.719 | 18 |
| 3 | Oscar PiastriMcLaren · AUS | +5.687 | 15 |
| 4 | Max VerstappenRed Bull Racing · NED | +7.194 | 12 |
| 5 | Isack HadjarRed Bull Racing · FRA | +10.930 | 10 |
| 6 | Fernando AlonsoAston Martin · ESP | +12.099 | 8 |
| 7 | Charles LeclercFerrari · MON | +13.137 | 6 |
| 8 | Liam LawsonRacing Bulls · NZL | +16.516 | 4 |
| 9 | Carlos SainzWilliams · ESP | +21.688 | 2 |
| 10 | Oliver BearmanHaas · GBR | +24.745 | 1 |
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