By the time Norris passed Russell, Verstappen had opened up a seven-second gap which proved insurmountable. Norris finished second behind the Red Bull driver.
Actual result: 1st – Verstappen (25 points) 2nd – Norris (18 points)Possible result: 1st – Norris (25 points) 2nd – Verstappen (18 points)Points swing: 14
Norris and McLaren will be hoping to rectify these missed opportunities in the second half of the season as they aim to close the gap to Verstappen in the championship standings.
Despite his best efforts, Norris couldn’t find a way past Verstappen and ultimately finished second, just 1.6 seconds behind the race winner.
It was a frustrating result for Norris, who felt he missed an opportunity to beat Verstappen.
Overall, Norris showed great pace and determination in Austria, but was ultimately outfoxed by the Red Bull driver.
Actual result: 1st – Verstappen (25 points) 2nd – Norris (18 points)Possible result: 1st – Norris (25 points) 2nd – Verstappen (18 points)Points swing: 14