Chinese Grand Prix Review - Max Dominates Again, Norris Surprises In Second
Apr 21, 2024
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Filip Cleeren and Jake Boxall-Legge dissect Max Verstappen's dominant victory at the Chinese Grand Prix. They discuss Lando Norris's surprise second-place finish, Mercedes struggles, and F1's consideration to extend scoring down to 12th place.
Max Verstappen showcased dominance by winning the Chinese Grand Prix with a significant margin over Lando Norris.
Discussions on extending Formula One's points system to 12th place raise concerns about diluting point significance.
Deep dives
Max Verstappen Dominates the Chinese Grand Prix
Max Verstappen displayed exceptional dominance at the Chinese Grand Prix, winning by a significant margin of 13.773 seconds over Lando Norris. Verstappen's performance showcased his mastery, securing 50% of all races since Formula One's return to Shanghai.
Sprint Race Format Receives Mixed Reactions
The introduction of the sprint race format raised mixed reactions among drivers and teams. While some appreciated the split park fermé and the opportunity for varied strategies, others expressed concerns about the potential lack of excitement and the impact on car setups.
Surprising Results Shape McLaren and Ferrari's Performance
McLaren and Ferrari's performance at the Chinese Grand Prix led to surprising outcomes. McLaren excelled despite initial concerns, securing a podium finish with Lando Norris outperforming expectations. On the other hand, Ferrari faced challenges as their race pace did not match predictions, leaving them with fourth and fifth place finishes.
Potential Changes in Formula One Points System
Discussions have emerged regarding a potential shift in the Formula One points system, extending points down to 12th place. This proposal aims to enhance competitiveness and motivation for lower-ranked teams and drivers. While the change may provide more opportunities for scoring, concerns have been raised about diluting the significance of point allocations.
Despite starting from fourth, he won the sprint race by 13 seconds, and then did it again during the grand prix, starting from pole and comfortably cruising to the win.
Joining Bryn Lucas on the show are Filip Cleeren and Jake Boxall-Legge as they dissect the more interesting stories beneath the surface, such as Lando Norris turning a "damage limitation" round into a second-place finish.
Also, Mercedes continued to struggle as Hamilton had a tale of two weekends - second in the sprint, but recovering to ninth from 18th in the grand prix, and a bizarre crash on a restart as Lance Stroll drove hard into the rear of Daniel Ricciardo.
And finally, F1 is considering extending the current scoring system down to 12th, is that to solve the championship’s performance disparities or a genuine scrap for the midfield?