George Russell clinched his second career victory at the 2024 Austrian Grand Prix, marking Mercedes' first win of the season, after a dramatic late-race collision between Max Verstappen and Lando Norris. The crash occurred on lap 64 when Verstappen, defending his lead, collided with Norris, causing both to suffer punctures and forcing Norris to retire. Verstappen received a ten-second penalty but finished fifth, while the incident drew criticism from several F1 pundits. Russell capitalized on the chaos to secure the win, with Oscar Piastri and Carlos Sainz completing the podium. Lando Norris, despite his disappointment, congratulated Russell, showcasing his sportsmanship.