Overview
- Andrea Kimi Antonelli, 19, won his first Formula 1 race in Shanghai after becoming the sport's youngest pole-sitter the day before.
- The victory made him the second-youngest Grand Prix winner and delivered Italy's first F1 win since 2006.
- George Russell finished second after winning the Sprint on Saturday and now leads the Drivers’ Championship, with Mercedes also heading the Constructors’ table.
- Lewis Hamilton took third for his first Ferrari podium, while multiple technical failures reshaped the race, including non-starts for both McLarens, Gabriel Bortoleto and Alexander Albon.
- Max Verstappen retired late with car issues, and the safety car appeared after Lance Stroll stopped on track; the season continues at Suzuka on March 29.