A perfect race for McLaren’s Oscar Piastri and an unlucky break for teammate Lando Norris at the Dutch Grand Prix has opened up a 34-point gap in the chase for the world championship.

Piastri powered to his seventh victory of the season during Sunday’s race to extend his lead in the standings.

The 24-year-old Australian not only qualified on pole position, but he also led from start to finish in the 72-lap race with a sublime drive.

Four-time reigning world champion Max Verstappen of Red Bull finished second at his home race, while rookie Isack Hadjar from sibling team Racing Bulls came in third to earn his first-ever podium result.

McLaren picked up where it left off before the summer break, but just when it was looking like a fifth consecutive 1-2 finish for the team, Norris said on

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