The most important facts and trivia ahead of Austria

The Austrian Grand Prix, Round 11 of the F1 season, heads to the picturesque Red Bull Ring, a challenging circuit known for its undulating nature and abrasive kerbs.Drivers face a fast, short lap with critical braking zones and significant thermal degradation on tyres, requiring careful management of overheating, especially on the rear axle. A two-stop strategy with C4 and C3 compounds was effective last year.Despite a Canadian collision, Oscar Piastri leads the Drivers’ standings, with McLaren firmly ahead in the Teams’ Championship. Mercedes arrives with momentum after George Russell's victory, while Max Verstappen, though near a suspension, showed no pressure.The midfield battle for P5 onwards remains tight, promising fierce competition.