Bortoleto's 'accidental' overtakes highlight new F1 era chaos in Australia
Audi's Gabriel Bortoleto finished ninth in the chaotic season opener, admitting some overtakes happened 'by mistake' due to the unpredictable energy deployment of F1's new cars, highlighting the steep learning curve for drivers in the new era.
Audi rookie Gabriel Bortoleto scored points in his and the team's debut Grand Prix, but revealed his race was filled with unplanned overtakes due to the unpredictable energy management of F1's new technical regulations. The chaotic Australian GP served as a stark introduction to a racing formula where calculated moves can be undone in an instant, leaving even the drivers confused.
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