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McLaren Scores the First Grand Prix Win of the Season (By Oliver, 14 and Freddie,14)

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Mar 21, 2025 — 1 min read

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By Oliver, 14 and Freddie, 14, Worle School’s Good News Room for Jill Dando News

McLaren Does It Again!

The first race of the Formula One season took place in Melbourne, Australia.

During the opening practice session, it was clear the competition would be tight, with everything coming down to the third round of qualifying.

McLaren secured pole position and second place on the starting grid. However, after their spectacular qualifying performance, the race didn’t go as smoothly for their second driver, Oscar Piastri. As the lights went out and the race began, Piastri immediately lost a position to four-time world champion Max Verstappen. He then lost an additional seven positions, ultimately finishing in 9th place.

It was a different story for McLaren’s lead driver and 2024 F1 season runner-up, Lando Norris.

Starting from pole position, Norris managed to navigate through the race, which included three safety cars and five pit stops, to take 1st place in the season’s opening Grand Prix.

Mercedes and McLaren are now tied in the Constructors' Championship standings.

The next Grand Prix is the Chinese Grand Prix, scheduled for 8:00 AM on Sunday, March 23rd.

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