Max Verstappen secured his fifth victory of the 2024 Formula 1 season at the Imola Grand Prix, successfully fending off a late charge from McLaren’s Lando Norris. The race was a testament to Verstappen’s skill and Red Bull Racing’s strategic prowess, as they navigated the challenging circuit to maintain their lead.
Verstappen, starting from pole position, controlled the race from the outset. However, as the laps dwindled, Norris closed the gap, applying significant pressure on the Red Bull driver. Despite Norris’ efforts, Verstappen held his ground, demonstrating composure and tactical acumen to cross the finish line first.
This win further solidifies Verstappen’s position at the top of the championship standings, marking another milestone in his campaign for the 2024 title. This further highlights the growing competitiveness of McLaren, with Norris showing that he is a formidable contender in the field.
The Imola GP proved to be an exciting and strategic battle, setting the stage for an intriguing continuation of the season as teams and drivers continue to push the limits in pursuit of glory.
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| CLA | DRIVER | TEAM | TIME | POINTS |
|—–|—————–|————————|————–|——–|
| 1 | M. Verstappen | Red Bull Racing | – | 25 |
| 2 | L. Norris | McLaren | +0.725 | 18 |
| 3 | C. Leclerc | Ferrari | +7.916 | 15 |
| 4 | O. Piastri | McLaren | +14.132 | 12 |
| 5 | C. Sainz | Ferrari | +22.325 | 10 |
| 6 | L. Hamilton | Mercedes | +35.104 | 8 |
| 7 | G. Russell | Mercedes | +47.154 | 7 |
| 8 | S. Perez | Red Bull Racing | +54.776 | 4 |
| 9 | L. Stroll | Aston Martin Racing | +1’19.556 | 2 |
| 10 | Y. Tsunoda | RB | 1 lap | 1 |
| 11 | N. Hulkenberg | Haas F1 Team | 1 lap | – |
| 12 | K. Magnussen | Haas F1 Team | 1 lap | – |
| 13 | D. Ricciardo | RB | 1 lap | – |
| 14 | E. Ocon | Alpine | 1 lap | – |
| 15 | Z. Guanyu | Sauber | 1 lap | – |
| 16 | P. Gasly | Alpine | 1 lap | – |
| 17 | L. Sargeant | Williams | 1 lap | – |
| 18 | V. Bottas | Sauber | 1 lap | – |
| 19 | F. Alonso | Aston Martin Racing | 1 lap | – |
| DNF | A. Albon | Williams | 12 laps | – |