Opens new season with dominant victory

Max Verstappen claimed a dominant victory on the opening day of the 2024 F1® season at the FORMULA 1 BAHRAIN GRAND PRIX 2024. Verstappen completed his fifth career grand slam of pole position, race winner and fastest lap – equalling the record of Michael Schumacher and Alberto Ascari. He led from the first lap, building up a considerable gap over 57 laps and executing a perfect race plan. The victory lays down a marker for the season ahead and signifies that Verstappen will be strong yet again in his quest for a fourth FIA Formula 1® Drivers’ World Championship.