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In a surprising turn of events, Red Bull’s Formula 1 star Max Verstappen faced a significant challenge during the qualifying session for the prestigious Dakar Rally. The reigning world champion, who is making his debut in the iconic off-road event, struggled with a dramatic balance swing in his RB20 vehicle, ultimately finishing a disappointing seventh on the starting grid.

Formula 1 has long been graced by the presence of Australian racing talents, with their influence tracing back to the sport’s early days. From Tony Gaze’s pioneering efforts to Jack Brabham’s triple world championship and Alan Jones’ triumph, these Aussie aces have carved their path to Formula 1 glory and left an indelible mark on the pinnacle of motorsport.

The 2024 Formula 1 season has seen some fierce intra-team rivalries emerge, with drivers pushing each other to the limit in their quest for supremacy within their respective teams. From Red Bull’s dominance to the close battles at McLaren and Ferrari, these intense battles promise a thrilling conclusion to the 2024 campaign.

In a major move towards sustainability, Formula 1 has announced a multi-year partnership with Aggreko to deliver innovative low-carbon energy generation systems at all European Grands Prix starting from the 2025 season. This partnership is a crucial step in Formula 1’s ambitious Net Zero by 2030 commitment and will significantly reduce carbon emissions associated with the sport’s operations.

Lando Norris delivered a stunning display at the Dutch Grand Prix, securing a commanding victory that has reignited his Formula 1 title challenge. The McLaren driver’s triumph in Max Verstappen’s home race has cut the reigning champion’s lead to just 70 points with nine races and three Sprint events remaining in the 2024 season.