Leclerc and Piastri chose a two-stop strategy during the race, while Norris opted for a single tire change, enabling him to maintain track position. Leclerc faced issues with his car, dropping him to fourth place as Piastri settled for second. Norris performed a faster single tire change than both Leclerc and Piastri, demonstrating efficient pitwork. The outcome positions McLaren's Norris and Piastri in strong contention for the championship, although their dynamic remains to be tested as the season progresses.
Leclerc's car issue cost him several seconds per lap, extinguishing Ferrari's hopes for victory and resulting in a fourth-place finish despite a strong defense.
Norris extended his stint and completed a single tire change, allowing him to maintain track position and finish ahead while driving slower than his teammate.
Piastri almost closed the gap to Norris near the end but failed to overtake, finishing second and feeling dejected despite a strong performance.
The two McLaren drivers are emerging as contenders for the title, with their off-track relationship currently stable but uncertain for the future.
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