Verstappen wins Canadian Grand Prix, extends championship lead
Max Verstappen excelled in the 2024 Formula 1 season by clinching a victory, at the Canadian Grand Prix, strengthening his position at the top of the championship standings.
The 26-year-old driver from Red Bull has secured victory in six out of nine races this season, showcasing his performance on the racetrack.Starting from pole position, Verstappen maintained his lead throughout the race.
Crossed the finish line with a margin of 3.879 seconds ahead of Lando Norris (McLaren).
Third place George Russell (Mercedes) finished 4.317 seconds behind the race winner.
This win signifies Verstappens triumph at the Canadian Grand Prix, completing a remarkable hat trick of victories at Circuit Gilles Villeneuve.
It also extends his lead in the championship to 56 points over Charles Leclerc (Ferrari), who finished fourth in this race.
With his display and significant points advantage, Verstappen seems to be on track to secure his second consecutive Formula 1 World Championship title with the top Formula 1 bookmakers pricing him at -2000.
However, despite his performance so far, there are still upcoming races where competitors could potentially narrow down the gap.
The next event on the racing calendar is set to be the Spanish Grand Prix on June 23rd.