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2024 Brazil GP highlights: Verstappen’s victory & Alpine’s surge

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The 2024 Brazil Formula One Grand Prix, held on Monday, November 4 (AEST), delivered an action-packed race filled with drama, including four significant accidents, multiple FIA penalties, and a formation lap spin by Lance Stroll.

Here’s a breakdown of what the thrilling race meant for fans and punters alike.

Max Verstappen triumphed in a challenging wet race, starting from 17th on the grid. He gained seven positions on the opening lap, and a timely red flag allowed him to change tires without losing position, setting up a close battle with Esteban Ocon for P1.

This victory showcased the three-time World Champion’s skill, extending his lead over rival Lando Norris to 62 points. If Verstappen maintains a 60-point lead after the upcoming Las Vegas Grand Prix, he will secure his fourth world title.

The race marked a standout day for Alpine, who scored an impressive 33 points, propelling them to 6th place in the Constructors’ Championship.

With both drivers landing on the podium, Alpine now has a significant advantage in the standings and stands to gain an additional $15 million in prize money if they can retain their position.

2024 Brazil Biggest Winners

  • Max Verstappen (Red Bull) – It was a wonderful drive from the Dutchman after he struggled incredibly in Qualifying (Quali), he was clearly the fastest car and the most confident in the wet. Starting from P17, Verstappen was paying $8 to win with the top online bookmakers, and it looked like a breeze for punters who trusted the 3-time World Champion.
  • Alpine – Both drivers drove incredibly well here and yes, they did get some luck but the strategy from Alpine paid dividends.
  • Yuki Tsunoda (RB) – Despite his drop in positions, Yuki Tsunoda’s performance in the opening quarter of the race was impressive.

    He held off three competitors and looked to be a serious contender. However, a call to the pits followed by a poorly timed red flag disrupted his momentum.

    His resilience and skill in challenging conditions were clear highlights of the race.

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  • Lando Norris (McLaren) – It was a tough race for Lando Norris, who lost positions on the first lap and struggled with the restart, effectively ending his chances to close the gap in the Drivers’ Championship.

    With the outcome in Brazil, it’s now almost mathematically impossible for Norris to challenge Max Verstappen for the title this season.

  • Lewis Hamilton (Mercedes) – Not the greatest event for the 8-time World Champion who never had the car under him this weekend.

    The backend was sliding out for him almost all race and only looked comfortable just prior to the red flag but went all downhill again after the restart.

  • Williams – Arguably the most unfortunate team this weekend who had such great potential.

    Both cars got into accidents during Quali, and then sadly, Franco Colapinto dipped his tires into the wet and slid into the barriers, causing a red flag during the race.

    F1 2024 São Paulo GP Results

    • P1 – Max Verstappen (Red Bull) – Race Time: 2:06:54.430
    • P2 – Esteban Ocon (Alpine) – Gap: +19.477s
    • P3 – Pierre Gasly (Alpine) – Gap: +22.532s
    • P4 – George Russell (Mercedes) – Gap: +23.265s
    • P5 – Charles Leclerc (Ferrari) – Gap: +30.177s
    • P6 – Lando Norris (McLaren) – Gap: +31.372s
    • P7 – Yuki Tsunoda (RB) – Gap: +42.056s
    • P8 – Oscar Piastri (McLaren) – Gap: +44.943s
    • P9 – Liam Lawson (RB) – Gap: +50.452s
    • P10 – Lewis Hamilton (Mercedes) – Gap: +50.753s
    • P11 – Sergio Pérez (Red Bull) – Gap: +51.531s
    • P12 – Ollie Bearman (Haas) – Gap: +57.085s
    • P13 – Valtteri Bottas (Kick Sauber) – Gap: +63.588s
    • P14 – Fernando Alonso (Aston Martin) – Gap: +78.049s
    • P15 – Guanyu Zhou (Kick Sauber) – Gap: +79.649s
    • P16 – Carlos Sainz Jr. (Ferrari) – DNF
    • P17 – Franco Colapinto (Williams) – DNF
    • P18 – Alexander Albon (Williams) – DNF
    • P19 – Lance Stroll (Aston Martin) – DNF
    • P20 – Nico Hülkenberg (Haas) – DNF

    Fastest Lap: Max Verstappen (Red Bull) – 1:20.472

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