As the 2024 Formula 1 season kicks off, 14 out of the 20 drivers on the grid will have the chance to taste victory at their home grand prix. But which drivers have truly excelled at their home races? Explore the top drivers with the most wins and podiums at their home grand prix, and uncover the special advantages of racing in front of a passionate local crowd.
Browsing: Max Verstappen
Red Bull’s Sergio Perez has come under intense scrutiny for his recent Formula 1 slump, as the Mexican driver struggles to match the pace of teammate Max Verstappen. With rival teams closing the gap, Perez must find a way to regain his form and provide the consistent support Verstappen needs to maintain Red Bull’s lead in the constructors’ championship.
Lando Norris has no regrets about his aggressive driving in the Austrian Grand Prix, despite a collision with Max Verstappen that led to his retirement. The British driver stood by his decision to fight for the lead, expressing excitement for future battles with his rival.
The Austrian Grand Prix was a thriller, with George Russell claiming Mercedes’ first win since 2022. However, it was the intense battle between Max Verstappen and Lando Norris that stole the show. Our Formula 1 Power Rankings judges have weighed in on the performances of the drivers, and the results are in.
In the aftermath of the Austrian Grand Prix, FIA steward Johnny Herbert has revealed that Max Verstappen was handed the ‘hardest’ permitted penalty in Formula 1 for his clash with Lando Norris. Herbert defends the decision, stating that the stewards could not be harsher given the FIA regulations.
Red Bull Racing Team Principal Christian Horner has defended Max Verstappen’s aggressive driving style, dismissing criticism from McLaren as ‘wrong and unfair’. Horner emphasized that Verstappen will not compromise his hard-racing approach, which has been pivotal to Red Bull’s success in the 2023 Formula 1 season.
The Austrian Grand Prix saw a dramatic crash between Max Verstappen and Lando Norris, reigniting the debate about the limits of defensive driving in Formula 1. As the sport discusses whether the FIA needs to implement stricter regulations or empower the stewards to make the right calls, our writers share their views on this contentious topic.
Mercedes Team Principal Toto Wolff has rejected the notion that Max Verstappen’s collision with Lando Norris in the Austrian Grand Prix was a result of unpunished incidents in the past. Wolff emphasized that he didn’t see a correlation between the 2021 incidents and the recent clash, and defended Verstappen’s approach.
Reigning Formula 1 champion Max Verstappen was left scratching his head after his Red Bull car became ‘undriveable’ during the Austrian Grand Prix, ultimately costing him an almost guaranteed win. Verstappen was critical of his team’s strategy and pit stops, which he believed were subpar, as he remained perplexed about his sudden loss of pace.
Lando Norris has called out Max Verstappen for his ‘unfair’ and ‘reckless’ driving after the two collided at the Austrian Grand Prix, demanding an apology from the Red Bull driver. The incident has sparked debate in the F1 community, leaving fans wondering about the ethics of racing and the importance of taking responsibility on the track.