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Russell wanted to “go out there and fight” with Verstappen at F1 Qatar GP “but ultimately we made it easy for him”

David Coath3 weeks ago08 mins

George Russell has revealed that he was prepared for an aggressive Max Verstappen in Qatar after the Dutchman’s one place demotion for an incident in qualifying. Instead, having had a poor start off the line, Verstappen came by the British driver with ease. The Mercedes racer would cross the finish line in P4 – a…

Horner: Verstappen was “determined” to take turn 1 lead after “hysterics” from Russell post-F1 Qatar GP qualifying

James O'Connor3 weeks ago3 weeks ago06 mins

Speaking after Red Bull’s ninth Grand Prix win of 2024 thanks to Max Verstappen at the Qatar GP, Christian Horner was pushed on the Dutchman’s feelings about his qualifying penalty, and how the 27-year-old was locked in to get George Russell off the line after the way the Brit allegedly behaved in the stewards room….

Verstappen “lost all respect for” George Russell after contentious F1 Qatar GP qualifying penalty

Karishma Persad3 weeks ago3 weeks ago028 mins

Just one week after securing his fourth World Drivers’ Championship Title, Red Bull Racing’s Max Verstappen claimed victory after a thrilling Qatar GP race. While speaking with the media after his win, Verstappen described the race as “very good” and “a lot of fun” despite the three safety cars brought out during the race. The…

“I let the team down” — Norris rues “massive opportunity lost” after F1 Qatar GP penalty

Karishma Persad3 weeks ago3 weeks ago013 mins

Despite a promising start, which saw him taking second after a successful overtake on Mercedes’ George Russell into the first corner, McLaren Racing’s Lando Norris’ 2024 F1 Qatar GP race ultimately ended in disappointment with the British driver finishing tenth after a contentious mid-race penalty. Norris penalised after failing to slow for double-waved yellow flags…

F1 | Qatar GP | Race | Verstappen masterfully wins as Leclerc beats Piastri to P2

Avery McClure3 weeks ago3 weeks ago07 mins

Max Verstappen lost pole position for the F1 Qatar GP race to George Russell after receiving a one-place grid penalty for impeding the Mercedes driver on a warm-up lap. Verstappen had initially claimed pole with a lap of 1:20.520, just 0.055 seconds ahead of Russell, but the penalty reversed their front-row positions. Sprint race winners…

Russell expects “exciting” race despite “scrappy” end to 2024 F1 Qatar GP qualifying

Karishma Persad3 weeks ago3 weeks ago017 mins

Despite a strong performance, Mercedes-AMG Petronas’ F1 Team’s George Russell was narrowly edged out for pole position by Red Bull Racing’s Max Verstappen in the final moments of the 2024 F1 Qatar GP qualifying. In the closing stages of the third qualifying session, Russell set a provisional pole with a lap time of 1:20.575. However,…

Verstappen handed one-place penalty after F1 Qatar GP qualifying

Ahmet-Kaan Cirakman3 weeks ago3 weeks ago07 mins

Max Verstappen says that his Red Bull RB20 felt more connected during qualifying for the Qatar GP. It gave him the confidence to push more and ultimately taking pole for Sunday’s race, before his penalty was handed out. The four-time world champion has secured his first pole position since Austria but is under investigation for…

F1 | Qatar GP | Sprint Qualifying | Norris on pole ahead of Russell and Piastri

Lucrezia Costa4 weeks ago4 weeks ago08 mins

After only one practice session it’s time to set the grid for tomorrow’s race with a Sprint Qualifying session for the Qatar GP. Who will start the final Sprint Race of 2024 from the best spot? SQ1 The first qualifying segment saw Sauber drivers Zhou Guanyu and Valtteri Bottas out on track first, followed by…

F1 | Qatar GP | FP1 | Rapid Leclerc beats the McLarens to top spot

James O'Connor4 weeks ago4 weeks ago07 mins

As the sun started to set in the Middle East, the only practice session of the weekend got underway at Lusail in FP1 for the F1 Qatar GP. Verstappen out of the traps quickly Alpine’s Esteban Ocon set the first time on a 1:28.979, using the medium compound tyre. After Tsunoda went fastest, Max Verstappen…

AUSTIN, TEXAS - OCTOBER 20: Max Verstappen of the Netherlands driving the (1) Oracle Red Bull Racing RB20 and Lando Norris of Great Britain driving the (4) McLaren MCL38 Mercedes battle for track position round turn one at the start during the F1 Grand Prix of United States at Circuit of The Americas on October 20, 2024 in Austin, Texas. (Photo by Mark Thompson/Getty Images) // Getty Images / Red Bull Content Pool // SI202410200618 // Usage for editorial use only //

FIA to address inconsistencies in racing guidelines after a “productive” meeting with the drivers ahead of F1 Qatar GP

Rohit Bhaskar4 weeks ago4 weeks ago07 mins

With just two races left in the 2024 season, drivers met with the FIA ahead of the Qatar GP to address ongoing concerns over racing guidelines. The discussion was sparked by recent controversies involving Max Verstappen and Lando Norris in the US and Mexico. The debate centered on the rule requiring inside drivers to leave…