Charles Leclerc, Ferrari (P4) – 6.5/10
A front-row start promised much, but a sluggish getaway off the line immediately put Leclerc on the back foot. Lacking the straight-line speed to mount a challenge against the Red Bulls or Mercedes, he spent his afternoon running a lonely race. Inheriting fourth after Piastri's mistake was a tidy reward, but the car had no extra gear.
Isack Hadjar, Red Bull (P3) – 8.5/10
Returning to an F1 cockpit under massive pressure, Hadjar put together a remarkably mature performance. He managed his pace brilliantly, resisted the temptation to overdrive on the narrow streets, and kept his Red Bull completely clear of the barriers. A disciplined, spotless drive to land a rich podium finish behind the top two.
