Verstappen joins his first place, Ferrari drivers in the fight

It almost becomes a habit. After every Grand Prix, the probability that Max Verstappen will increase his lead in the championship is very high. And with this race in Japan, we cannot avoid this situation. The Dutchman won again at Suzuka, ahead of his teammate. A result that allows him to take 13 lengths ahead of the Mexican in four races and with one race less than the other Red Bull.

Behind, Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz are competing for the third place of the time. With his platform, the Spaniard returns to his colleague. Monegasque still holds an advantage of four units (55 against 59).

A little further ahead, Mercedes are struggling to get out of the back of the top 10. Lewis Hamilton, ninth, has just 10 units, or 14 less than George Russell, one place ahead.

Among the constructors, Red Bull still leads ahead of Ferrari, which is still within reach. McLaren comes a little behind with 51 points behind the Italian team. Aston Martin and Mercedes are separated by just one point (34 vs. 35).

Position after Suzuka, GP 4/24

Max Verstappen and Sergio Perez lead again, despite one Grand Prix cut for Verstappen, after retiring in Australia. #GPGP#F12024pic.twitter.com/r0JH7UABhW

-Motor Inside F1 (@MotorsInside) April 7, 2024