Charles Leclerc kicked off Formula 1’s new era with victory in the season-opening Bahrain Grand Prix as he led a Ferrari 1-2, while reigning world champion Max Verstappen retired.
Polesitter Leclerc twice had to overtake Verstappen in a thrilling duel for the lead during the opening stint of the race as the pair swapped positions several times.
Verstappen hit engine trouble following a late Sa...