Today’s F1 News Delivered Faster Than a Pit Stop
Max Verstappen dominated the Japanese Grand Prix, leading a Red Bull 1-2 finish after surviving two standing starts, with Sergio Perez in second and Carlos Sainz in third. The race saw a mix of tire strategies, with some opting for Softs and others for Mediums and Hards. Verstappen's flawless performance secured his third successive win at Suzuka, while incidents like Daniel Ricciardo and Alexander Albon's crash brought out the first red flag of 2024.
Click here to read the full article by Taylor Powling (motorsportweek.com)
Lewis Hamilton walked out of a post-race interview at the Japanese Grand Prix after being asked if he was envious of Ferrari's strong race pace. Starting in seventh, Hamilton and teammate George Russell switched to hard tires early due to a red flag. Mercedes' one-stop strategy failed due to poor race pace, prompting Hamilton to consider letting Russell pass and later demanding a strategy change. Both drivers eventually switched to a two-stop strategy, with Hamilton finishing seventh and Russell ninth.
Click here to read the full article by Nick Golding & Aaron Deckers (racingnews365.com)
Alex Albon had worries about his Williams car's condition before colliding with Daniel Ricciardo in the Japanese GP, fearing more damage they couldn't handle. Despite both drivers being okay, the crash caused anxiety for Albon, as he recalled a previous incident in Australia where his car was badly damaged. Post-race inspection showed serious damage to the chassis, worsening Williams' situation without a spare.
Click here to read the full article by Phillip van Osten (f1i.com)
What happened behind the scenes during practice at the 2024 Japanese GP? It was a disappointing and frustrating day for many Japanese F1 fans, especially as the weather worsened many things. The Suzuka weather was so horrible during the Japanese GP session that a lot of cars could only go out for 1 lap. But how did the fans take it? Click here to watch the video.
Even Ollie Bearman didn't expect to get in a Formula One car, but when Carlos Sainz went in for appendicitis surgery, Bearman had to take his place. Bearman's impressive performance has garnered considerable attention. This video contrasts Ollie Bearman's first grand prix from qualifying to the main race with Lewis Hamilton's outing at the Saudi Arabian GP.
