2024 has been a rollercoaster of a season with unexpected twists. Here are the top five standout races, showcasing intense rivalries and unpredictable outcomes.
- Max Verstappen’s dominance began to wane as unexpected challenges emerged.
- McLaren’s rise shook up the front row, bringing fresh excitement.
- Lewis Hamilton’s triumphant return to the top at Silverstone stole the show.
- Each race brought nail-biting finishes and strategic gambles.
- These thrilling moments have kept fans on the edge of their seats.
The Canadian Grand Prix marked a shift in the 2024 season, exposing cracks in Red Bull’s dominance. Max Verstappen missed taking pole by a mere 0.000 seconds to George Russell. Lando Norris’s merit-based overtake of Verstappen added to the tension, as Verstappen couldn’t keep up and Norris built an eight-second lead. However, safety car interventions and timely switch to slicks allowed Verstappen to claw back, eventually winning the race by a slim margin.
In Budapest, the McLaren duo locked out the front row, with Oscar Piastri leading into Turn 1. Verstappen’s attempt to overtake by going off-track led to him having to give up the place. This race saw Verstappen’s frustrations peak as he dropped to fifth, struggling against Mercedes and Ferrari. McLaren’s race management errors almost cost them, but Norris eventually yielded to team orders, allowing Piastri to secure a 1-2 finish for McLaren.
The Austrian Grand Prix showcased a fierce battle between Verstappen and Norris. Despite Verstappen leading the sprint, the Grand Prix saw him being reeled in by Norris. A dramatic clash at Turn 3 resulted in punctures for both, with Verstappen finishing fifth and Norris retiring. This race highlighted the growing rivalry between the two drivers.
Silverstone was a historic race with Lewis Hamilton ending his win drought since 2021. Mercedes locked out the front row, but variable weather conditions allowed McLaren to challenge. Verstappen faded to fifth, but strategic prowess brought him back into contention. In the end, Hamilton’s perfect drive and timely undercuts saw him triumph over Verstappen in the final laps.
The Belgian Grand Prix at Spa-Francorchamps was a nail-biter, with George Russell making a bold one-stop strategy work to edge out teammate Lewis Hamilton. Verstappen, starting with a grid penalty, made steady progress but couldn’t challenge the frontrunners, resulting in a tense finish with Russell, Hamilton, and Oscar Piastri crossing the line nose-to-tail.
These races have set a thrilling tone for the rest of the 2024 season, promising more excitement ahead.
Source: Planetf1
