All the key moments from the 2026 Austrian Grand Prix

George Russell claimed a long-awaited victory at the 2026 Austrian Grand Prix, successfully reducing his gap to championship leader Kimi Antonelli to 40 points. Despite a dramatic qualifying session, Russell maintained control throughout Sunday's race, holding off a charging Max Verstappen and Antonelli to secure his second win of the season. Red Bull showed significant pace improvements following a major upgrade package, allowing Max Verstappen to battle for the win and finish a close second. Meanwhile, Ferrari endured a difficult weekend with Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton struggling to manage tyre degradation, ultimately finishing off the podium. McLaren's Oscar Piastri delivered a strong performance to take fourth, while Cadillac faced a disastrous weekend as both drivers were forced to retire due to persistent mechanical and brake issues.