Max Verstappen and Red Bull held off McLaren at Imola with a bold first-lap overtake, smart strategy, and key RB21 upgrades that secured the victory.

The four-time world champion marked Red Bull’s 400th grand prix start with a superb victory in Italy, as McLaren had to settle for the remaining podium spots

The Dutch four-time champion doesn’t have the fastest car, but McLaren’s Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri – he leads the standings – have their task cut out