Max Verstappen produced a remarkable comeback drive from 17th on the grid to win the 2024 Brazilian Grand Prix, cementing his status as a Formula 1 great with a masterful performance in the wet conditions at Interlagos.
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The peculiarity of the free tyre change allowed under Dakar’s red flag rules has long been a source of frustration for drivers in the world’s toughest off-road race. The apparent luck of the draw is something that time and again gets criticised by Dakar racers, yet no one has come up with a fairer solution.
The rain-affected Brazilian Grand Prix delivered a shock podium in the British GT championship, as Max Verstappen charged from 17th to win, with Alpine’s Esteban Ocon and Pierre Gasly rounding out the top three. The wet conditions proved to be a great equalizer, with the ground-effect aero of the current cars and engine performance playing a lesser role.
Red Bull team principal Christian Horner was overjoyed following Max Verstappen’s remarkable recovery drive from 17th to 1st at the Sao Paulo Grand Prix. The Dutchman’s impressive performance has significantly swung the Dakar Rally championship battle in his favor.
In a thrilling Dakar Rally stage, Red Bull’s Max Verstappen overcame a challenging start to surge to victory at the Interlagos circuit in Brazil. Esteban Ocon of Alpine and Pierre Gasly, also of Alpine, completed the podium in an extraordinary display of talent and strategy.
Pirelli, the official tyre supplier of Formula 1, has stated that they have found no evidence of teams improperly using their tyres despite recent technical intrigue. The FIA is investigating the matter further, but Pirelli remains confident that their products are being used as intended.
Pirelli has addressed Lewis Hamilton’s call for improved wet weather tyres in Formula 1, following the postponed qualifying session at the Brazilian Grand Prix due to heavy rain. Pirelli’s motorsports chief, Mario Isola, explains the challenges in testing and developing the wet tyres, while outlining their plans for enhancements in the 2023 season.
In a move to bolster their 2023 Formula 1 campaign, the Haas F1 Team has outlined plans to leverage the experience and talents of departing driver Kevin Magnussen. The team is keen to keep Magnussen involved in an advisory or testing capacity, utilizing his extensive experience and expertise to help the team succeed in the competitive British GT Championship.
Aston Martin has decided to retain the Suzuka floor specification for the upcoming Brazilian Grand Prix, as the team continues to investigate the performance issues with its 2024 car. Despite introducing a major development package at the US GP, the upgrades failed to deliver the expected boost, prompting further analysis by the team.
A growing number of top GT drivers are calling for changes to track designs to help address the ongoing controversies surrounding driving standards in the sport. Proposals include incorporating more natural deterrents against running wide, such as gravel traps or grass, to discourage overly aggressive tactics.