Albert Park Circuit – 58 laps – 5.278km – 14 corners

Starting position: P2
Race result: P9 (Inter -> Hard -> Inter)
Fastest lap: 1m23.242 (lap 43)

The weekend through OP’s visor

Quali…

“It’s great to start the year on the front row. It’s brilliant to have both of us there, of course it may be one position further back than I would have liked, but it’s a good way to go into the first race of the year. Overall, I am happy with how Qualifying went and we’ve got solid pace in the car. We’ll just have to see how it all plays out with the weather tomorrow. I’m looking forward to it.”

The race…

“A disappointing result after a really positive weekend. I had the speed and I felt in very good shape to fight for the win. Unfortunately, at the end, I just lost it in the sudden rain. Thanks to the team for all their efforts and thanks to all the Australian fans who have given me so much good energy and support over the last few days. It means a lot.”