Carlos Sainz Stuns with Victory at Australian Grand Prix After Appendicitis Surgery
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | Australian Grand Prix |
| Winner | Carlos Sainz (Ferrari) |
| Key Highlight | Sainz won just two weeks after undergoing appendicitis surgery. |
| Drama in Race | Max Verstappen (Red Bull) retired for the first time in two years. |
| Strong Competition | Sainz fended off Ferrari teammate Charles Leclerc. |
| Incident | George Russell (Mercedes) crashed on the final lap, triggering a virtual safety car. |
| Podium Finishers | 1. Carlos Sainz (Ferrari), 2. Charles Leclerc (Ferrari), 3. Lando Norris (McLaren) |
| Other Notable Finishes | Oscar Piastri (McLaren) - 4th, Sergio Perez (Red Bull) - 5th |
| Championship Standings | Verstappen leads Leclerc by 4 points. Leclerc earned an extra point for the fastest lap. |
| Sainz's Position | Sainz is 11 points behind Verstappen in fourth place. |
| Constructors' Standings | Ferrari is 4 points behind Red Bull. |
| Comeback Story | Sainz's victory marked a remarkable recovery from appendicitis surgery. |