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Saudia Arabia Grand Prix: Verstappen hits milestone win, Red Bull continues dominance

David Ijaseun by David Ijaseun
March 13, 2024
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Max Verstappen wins 100th career podium at Saudi Arabia Grand Prix 2024

Max Verstappen wins 100th career podium at Saudi Arabia Grand Prix 2024

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Max Verstappen, alongside his Oracle Red Bull Racing teammate Sergio Pérez, secured yet another commanding 1-2 finish at the Saudia Arabia Grand Prix, etching Verstappen’s name further into Formula One’s annals. This victory not only marked the team’s second 1-2 finish of the season but also solidified Verstappen’s legacy as he notched his 100th career podium finish, making it a historic moment for the sport.

Verstappen’s relentless dominance was on full display as he clinched his ninth successive victory, extending back to the previous season, and secured his second career win at the challenging Jeddah Corniche Circuit. His impressive performance was accentuated by a remarkable qualifying session where he outpaced his rivals, securing pole position and setting the stage for a remarkable race.

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Charles Leclerc of Ferrari, starting alongside Verstappen on the front row, exhibited a strong performance but was eventually outmaneuvered by Pérez, who surged ahead on Lap 4. Despite the intense competition, Verstappen maintained his lead, clinching the victory by a comfortable margin of 13.643 seconds.

Undoubtedly, Verstappen’s recent triumphs underscore two often overlooked aspects of his success: his remarkable conversion rate and his unwavering consistency. Verstappen’s pole position streak before race wins now stretches to an impressive 18 consecutive races, highlighting his sheer dominance in qualifying sessions. Moreover, his completion of the race in Saudi Arabia marked his 43rd consecutive finish, a feat unmatched by any other driver in recent memory.

Reflecting on the race, Verstappen expressed his elation, stating, “A fantastic weekend for the whole team and also for myself. I feel really good with the car, and it was the same in the race … we had good pace all around.”

Meanwhile, Pérez, despite facing challenges including a time penalty for an unsafe release, showcased his resilience, securing a well-deserved second place and maintaining Red Bull Racing’s stronghold at the top of the Constructors’ Championship.

Away from the podium, however, the night was less forgiving for Yuki Tsunoda and Daniel Ricciardo of Visa Cash App RB. Despite promising performances in qualifying, both drivers encountered setbacks during the race, failing to secure any points for the team.

Looking ahead, all eyes are now set on the upcoming Australian Grand Prix, where the teams and drivers will face new challenges at the Albert Park Grand Prix Circuit in Melbourne. As the season progresses, the battle for supremacy in Formula One continues to captivate fans worldwide, with Verstappen and Red Bull Racing poised for another electrifying campaign.

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