During the F1 Sprint race at Miami International Autodrome, McLaren's Lando Norris triumphed after a rain-hampered race that introduced multiple challengesâincluding crashes and visibility issues. Norris's win came after a strategically timed pit stop, aided by a safety car incident involving Liam Lawson and Fernando Alonso. This result was pivotal following Norris's earlier struggles this season against teammate Oscar Piastri, who finished second. The lively 18-lap race served as a thrilling precursor to the upcoming Miami Grand Prix.
Norris pitted to switch from grooved rain tires to the usual slick tires on Lap 15, one lap after teammate and leader Oscar Piastri had done so.
Unexpected rain, a crash by an unexpected driver, little visibility, and standing water turned the Sprint race into a gripping spectacle despite being only 18 laps.
Norrisâs victory this time was assisted by a timely safety car, reminiscent of last year's Miami Grand Prix when he also benefited from similar circumstances.
Piastri, who finished second, remarked on the radio, 'I don't think I'm going to be buying any lottery tickets in this place,' highlighting his frustration with the race outcome.
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