F1 Classement: Highlights from Carlos Sainz's Victory at the F1 Mexique
Sunday, 27 October 2024, 21:50
F1 Classement Highlights
In an exhilarating race, Carlos Sainz emerged victorious at the F1 Mexique, marking an intense chapter in the F1 classement. The Spaniard outpaced Lando Norris and Charles Leclerc, while Max Verstappen finished sixth after a tumultuous race.
Race Overview
- The start was chaotic with a safety car deployed due to an incident between Yuki Tsunoda and Alexander Albon.
- Initially, Verstappen took the lead, but Sainz reclaimed it post-safety car.
- A fierce showdown unfolded between Norris and Verstappen, leading to a 20-second penalty for the latter.
- Despite starting seventh, Verstappen managed to recover to sixth.
- Sainz faced no major threats, while Leclerc and Norris engaged in a spectacular second-place duel, ultimately won by Norris.
Significant Outcomes
Sainz's victory marks his fourth career win, enhancing Ferrari's standing in the constructors' championship as they now sit in second place ahead of Red Bull. With only four races left, Norris narrows his points gap with Verstappen to 47.
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