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Australia overreactions: McLaren unbeatable, Hamilton's Ferrari regret

With the first race of the 2025 F1 season now in the history books, ESPN overreacts to the biggest storylines that came to the fore in Melbourne.

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AUSTRALIAN GP

Hamilton gets the full Ferrari experience on debut in red

Odd strategy calls, awkward radio exchanges, Lewis Hamilton's Ferrari debut was full of meme-able moments that have haunted the team in recent years.

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CHINESE GP

Chinese Grand Prix: F1 session times, predictions, stats

Everything you need to know as Formula 1 heads to Shanghai, China for the second race of the 2025 season.

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AUSTRALIAN GP

Norris holds off Verstappen in dramatic Aus GP

Preseason favourite Lando Norris overcame Max Verstappen, changing weather, a trip across the grass and three safety car periods to win a frenzied Australian Grand Prix.

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Saunders: Australian GP one of the best opening races in years

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Lando Norris triumphant in chaotic Australian Grand Prix

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The first race of the 2025 season begins in Melbourne

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Lewis Hamilton's father consoles Hadjar after formation lap crash on F1 debut

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Isack Hadjar crashes on formation lap at Australian Grand Prix

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Jack Doohan and Carlos Sainz crash on first lap in Melbourne

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Welcome to Unlapped! Katie George, Nate Saunders, and Laurence Edmondson are here to break down the latest headlines from Formula One.

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