Piastri Triumphs at Qatar Grand Prix Sprint, Tightens Championship Race

Oscar Piastri secured a stunning victory at the Qatar Grand Prix sprint race, tightening the Formula One championship race. With the victory, Piastri narrowed Lando Norris's lead to 22 points, making the race for the championship more competitive ahead of the main event.

In a thrilling display of skill, McLaren's Oscar Piastri emerged victorious at the Qatar Grand Prix sprint race, starting from pole position. This marks his first triumph since the Dutch Grand Prix, intensifying the Formula One championship race.

George Russell of Mercedes clinched second place, finishing just under five seconds behind the Australian. Lando Norris secured third, while Max Verstappen of Red Bull came in fourth.

With Norris leading the championship at 396 points, Piastri now trails by 22 points, and Verstappen follows closely with 371. As they gear up for Sunday's grand prix, the race to clinch the championship remains wide open.

(With inputs from agencies.)