McLaren driver Oscar Piastri, who took his maiden pole position on Saturday, got a great start in Sunday's race to lead into the first corner, as Norris passed Russell for second.

McLaren’s Oscar Piastri started from pole for the first time in his F1 career, with the Mercedes of George Russell alongside him — but overtaken by Lando Norris on the opening lap. Lewis Hamilton had already enjoyed a successful weekend with Ferrari, after taking sprint race victory from pole yesterday.

Ferrari drivers Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton were disqualified from the Chinese Formula One Grand Prix after their cars failed post-race checks on Sunday.