ZANDVOORT, Netherlands (AP) — Lando Norris came back from a bad start to win the Dutch Grand Prix, becoming the first driver to beat Max Verstappen in the champion’s home race and nibbling away at Verstappen’s lead in the standings. Norris started on pole position but was slow off the line, allowing Verstappen to take the lead. Norris closed the gap and overtook Verstappen at the first corner on lap 18 of 72 on his way to his second career victory and third of the year for the McLaren team.

Copyright 2024 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed without permission.

McLaren driver Lando Norris of Great Britain celebrates his victory in the Formula One Dutch Grand Prix at the Zandvoort circuit, Netherlands, Sunday, Aug. 25, 2024. (AP Photo/Peter Dejong)

Photo: ASSOCIATED PRESS/Peter Dejong