Formula 1 world champion Max Verstappen was eliminated from the Australian Grand Prix in Melbourne after just five laps. The Red Bull driver was overtaken by Ferrari driver Carlos Sainz, who had just recovered from an appendix operation.
The Dutchman's season-long winning streak has come to an end. Lewis Hamilton had to cope with an early end to the race after an engine problem stopped his Mercedes.. Williams driver Logan Sargeant was condemned to watch after his teammate Alex Albon crashed his racing car badly in training.