F1 Australian Grand Prix 2023 results: Max Verstappen wins chaotic red flag-filled race in Melbourne.

 F1 Australian Grand Prix 2023 results: Max Verstappen wins chaotic red flag-filled race in Melbourne. 

              

Max Verstappen has won his maiden F1 Australian Grand Prix following a chaotic race at Melbourne's Albert Park.

The reigning champion was the heavy favourite coming into the race, but the Dutchman was overtaken by Mercedes duo George Russell and Lewis Hamilton on the opening lap.

            

Charles Leclerc's gravel beaching caused an early safety car, before Alex Albon's crash seven laps later resulted in the race being red-flagged.

Once the racing resumed, Verstappen asserted his dominance and built a commanding lead.

However, a late second red flag was shown after Kevin Magnussen lost his rear tire, leaving two dramatic laps to be completed.

Chaos and collisions ensued when the race restarted, headlined by a heavy crash between Alpine teammates Pierre Gasly and Esteban Ocon.