Quite the interesting race overall, and this time RB got it right. I'll have to admit I thought they came in too early on the second stop, but in the end it gave Max enough breathing room to look after his tires and have enough left to race at the end. Great calls overall by the team, both with Max and Sergio.

Max and Lewis showed just how strong they are above the rest of the field once more. Granted Perez was obviously exhausted with no drink system, but the two frontrunners have a lot of speed on the field without doubt.

Blazer of a start by Lewis. I don't know if it was planned, but I think it was a wise move for Max to push and stay in touch even if it cost him early tire wear. But even with DRS, there was little to no chance of the RB passing the Merc without an error by Lewis.

I thought it was rather desperate of Alonso to act like Kimi gained an advantage after pushing him wide and causing the situation. But he's always thinking at least.

Great races by both Ferrari and McLaren today as well. And for a change, Danny Ric finished several positions ahead of Lando. Maybe it's all finally coming together for him, or maybe Lando just didn't have a great race. Only time will tell I guess. Bottas had a lot of work on his hands today, and it was surprising that he finally got past Sainz at the end. But it was another example of just how hard it is to follow and pass at some of these tracks still. Hopefully most of that is gone next year. If the cars are close it could make for a great year.


Shaq in the longhorn car made for an interesting twist... COTA seems to be good at those things.


I think there is still plenty of room for a challenge from Merc. They just got out foxed today, but I expect them to be back. On to Mexico!