Race Debuts

George Russell leads dominant Mercedes 1-2 in eventful 2026 Australian Grand Prix

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George Russell guided Mercedes to a commanding 1-2 finish with rookie teammate Kimi Antonelli at the Formula 1 season-opening 2026 Australian Grand Prix on March 8 at Albert Park, heralding the new regulations era of 50/50 hybrid power units, active aerodynamics, and sustainable fuels. Ferrari's Charles Leclerc held third ahead of Lewis Hamilton by one second, while McLaren's Lando Norris took fifth after Oscar Piastri crashed pre-start.