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Debutant Bortoleto Earns Points Amid Controversial F1 Changes

3/10/2026

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Gabriel Bortoleto of Audi finished ninth in his debut race at the Australian Grand Prix, starting from 10th position.
The race featured new Formula 1 regulations that many drivers criticized for complicating wheel-to-wheel racing.
Bortoleto acknowledged making accidental overtakes due to high closing speeds, contrasting it with last year's predictability.
He expressed surprise and happiness at scoring points and reaching Q3, emphasizing his team's effort.
Bortoleto remains optimistic about adapting to the new rules as the season progresses.

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Gabriel Bortoleto of Audi finished ninth in his debut race at the Australian Grand Prix, starting from 10th position.
The race featured new Formula 1 regulations that many drivers criticized for complicating wheel-to-wheel racing.
Bortoleto acknowledged making accidental overtakes due to high closing speeds, contrasting it with last year's predictability.
He expressed surprise and happiness at scoring points and reaching Q3, emphasizing his team's effort.
Bortoleto remains optimistic about adapting to the new rules as the season progresses.