Kada Sárközi joined GPblog as an editor ahead of the 2023 Formula 1 season. He graduated with a BA in Sports Journalism in the UK and has covered Grands Prix and other F1 events live.
Lando Norris remained calm in Australia, even in challenging conditions. The Briton also managed to stay in the lead throughout the entire Grand Prix, except for when he switched for intermediates a lap earlier than Max Verstappen. Together with his trophy for the victory, he also collected the 'Driver of the Day' award too this Sunday.
Still, the final few laps were not easy for Norris either. Max Verstappen pushed hard behind the Briton, but the McLaren driver did not make a mistake today. In the end, he crossed the finish line less than two seconds ahead of his rival.
Norris Driver of the Day GP Australia
Norris' performance earned him the most votes in the Driver of the Day vote as well. He collected 20.7% of the fans' votes this race. Oscar Piastri finished right behind him despite his spin and only finishing ninth, claiming 17.2%.
Alexander Albon finished was P3 in this regard after completing a great session and finishing in fifth position for Williams, with 15.9%. Yuki Tsunoda also impressed, but finished fourth in the voting, with Lewis Hamilton right behind him. For these two drivers, the gamble to stay out on the slick tyres did not pay off.
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