The four-time world champion marked Red Bull’s 400th grand prix start with a superb victory in Italy, as McLaren had to settle for the remaining podium spots

Max Verstappen secured a commanding victory at the Imola Grand Prix with a daring first lap overtake on Oscar Piastri. His win intensifies the Formula 1 title battle against the McLaren drivers.

Max Verstappen gave his Formula 1 title defense a big boost with victory at the Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix after a daring overtake on standings leader Oscar Piastri at the start.