Verstappen achieves seventh heaven at F1 Miami Grand Prix – motor sports News

The 2024 Miami Grand Prix saw Red Bull’s Max Verstappen claim his seventh pole position, setting the stage for an exciting race ahead. Verstappen’s dominance in qualifying has been unmatched, with this pole position marking his seventh consecutive one, just one shy of Ayrton Senna’s record of eight. The Dutch driver’s exceptional pace was on full display as he also won the Sprint race, finishing 3.3 seconds ahead of Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc.

The Sprint race was not without its share of drama, as McLaren’s Lando Norris was involved in a collision with the Aston Martins of Lance Stroll and Fernando Alonso, as well as Mercedes’ Lewis Hamilton. This incident forced Norris and Stroll to retire, while Alonso suffered a puncture. Verstappen, on the other hand, maintained his composure and pulled away from the competition, securing a comfortable victory.

One of the standout performances of the Sprint race came from Red Bull’s Daniel Ricciardo, who finished fourth and scored his first points of the season. Ricciardo’s defensive driving skills were on full display as he fended off Ferrari’s Carlos Sainz to hold on to fourth place. Sainz ultimately finished in fifth place, while Haas’ Nico Hulkenberg continued his impressive form by securing valuable points.

With Verstappen leading the charge, all eyes will now be on whether his teammate Sergio Perez can secure a strong finish and help Red Bull claim a 1-2 finish in the drivers’ championship. The stage is set for an exhilarating 2024 Miami Grand Prix as the drivers gear up for battle on the iconic street circuit.