Seven-time world champion failed to pit when needed amid carnage in the rain in Melbourne, while Lando Norris kept his composure to win the first race of the season
Lewis Hamilton, in his Ferrari debut, finished 10th at the Australian Grand Prix after a strategic error by Ferrari during a late rain shower. Lando Norris won the race, while Hamilton swore over the radio, frustrated at missing a "big opportunity." He struggled with communication with his engineer and almost collided with his teammate. Multiple drivers retired due to the difficult conditions.