F1 Japanese Grand Prix LIVE: Race updates and results at Suzuka

7 Apr 2024

Lewis Hamilton is content with how Mercedes has progressed, even though he didn't achieve a favorable result during qualifying.

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Max Verstappen secured first place on the starting grid at the Japanese Grand Prix and continued to show his superiority in qualifying.

The champion of the world managed to secure the top spot on the starting line-up this season, with his speed at Suzuka leaving no room for competition.

Max Verstappen secured the top spot with a speedy time of one minute and 28.197 seconds, leaving his Red Bull colleague Sergio Perez in second place by a mere 0.066 seconds. Lando Norris from McLaren followed as the third fastest driver.

Verstappen has been dominating pole positions since the last race of the previous season. He recently secured his third pole position in Japan and showed no signs of being defeated. Throughout all three qualifying sessions, as well as the final practice session on Saturday morning, the Dutchman consistently displayed his speed and skill, proving to be the fastest.

Keep up-to-date with the latest news regarding the Japanese Grand Prix via The Independent's live updates.

Max Verstappen Wins F1 Japanese GP!

Verstappen claims victory at Suzuka yet again for the third consecutive year!

Sergio Perez finished in second place, contributing to Red Bull's third one-two victory in the current season!

Ferrari's Carlos Sainz managed to clinch the third position and reach the podium!

Verstappen expressed his happiness after the race and said that it was a great race. He also mentioned that the car felt better as the race progressed. He was thrilled with the fantastic team effort and praised the team for their excellent performance.

On April 7th, 2024 at 8:00 in the morning, Kieran Jackson wrote a blog post.

Japanese Grand Prix F1 Finale

It is now inevitable for the Red Bull driver.

George Russell just passed Oscar Piastri on the main straight and secured the seventh position.

Max Verstappen Records Fastest Lap In F1 Japanese Grand Prix

We are aware of how important that one additional point means to Verstappen - and at this moment, he has clinched the record for the quickest lap!

He is currently 13 seconds behind Perez. The reigning world champion had yet another stress-free day.

From March 3rd to 10th, eight Formula One drivers made some headlines. These drivers were Sainz, Leclerc, Norris, Alonso, Piastri, Russell, Hamilton, and Tsunoda. They caught the attention of fans and the media due to their impressive performances during that week.

Alonso is executing a smart strategy by deliberately falling behind just a bit to allow Piastri to gain DRS, which will help keep the McLaren ahead of the Mercedes car that is using medium tyres.

Kieran Jackson posted this blog on April 7th, 2024 at 7:57am.

Russell And Piastri Collide At F1 Japan GP

Russell made an attempt to overtake Piastri by moving towards the inside of the final chicane in order to secure the seventh spot. McLaren managed to keep its position ahead of Piastri, despite cutting the corner.

Piastri stated that he had no other choice but to cut through the chicane because he was not given any space.

The officials in charge of the race are investigating the matter.

Kieran Jackson posted a blog on April 7th, 2024 at 7:55 am.

Carlos Sainz Secures Third In F1 Japanese GP

Sainz has made it onto the podium!

He passes Norris while driving on the main straight and after two laps, he overtakes Leclerc.

It is difficult for Leclerc who managed to make his strategy of stopping just once work despite starting from eighth place, but he chooses not to resist due to the disadvantage in speed.

Verstappen is currently leading the race, with a substantial 11-second distance ahead of Perez.

Here are the top ten drivers in Formula 1: Verstappen, Perez, Sainz, Leclerc, Norris, Alonso, Piastri, Russell, Hamilton, and Tsunoda.

Will Tsunoda be able to maintain his 10th position against Lance Stroll, who is currently in 11th place?

Kieran Jackson wrote a blog post on April 7th, 2024 at 7:48am.

Logan Sargeant Crashes Into Gravel At F1 Japanese Grand Prix

Sargeant has gone off the track and into the gravel, therefore, brief yellow flags have been displayed in Degna 1.

He carefully maneuvers his way back onto the track, but unfortunately, he is now at the very end of the pack.

Following Albon's accident during the first lap, it appears to have been a forgettable day for Williams.

Lewis Hamilton Pits At Lap 41 In F1 Japan GP

Mercedes also called Hamilton to the pit which took them 3.3 seconds. When Hamilton returned to the track, he was in ninth position which was nine seconds behind Russell who was in eighth place.

Keep an eye on Sainz who is currently in fifth place and has recently changed to new hard tyres. Though he trails Norris by 2.7 seconds, he may have his sights set on finishing in the top three.

Kieran Jackson wrote a blog on April 7th, 2024 at 7:39am.

Russell Pits On Lap 39/53 At F1 Japan GP

Russell has made a minor adjustment in his strategy, as he moved from a single pit stop plan to a two-stop plan and also opted for medium tires instead.

He falls to the ninth position.

Hamilton states that the tires are still in good condition.

Best 10: Verstappen, Perez, Leclerc, Norris, Sainz, Hamilton, Alonso, Piastri, Russell, Tsunoda.

With fewer than 15 laps remaining...

Kieran Jackson posted his blog on April 7th, 2024 at 7:36.

Sainz Pits On Lap 37 Of 53 In F1 Japan GP

It's useless to keep the Spanish driver on the track, considering that he needs to make another pit stop.

Sainz, who won the previous race, made a pit stop that took 2.9 seconds and when he exited, he found himself behind Lewis Hamilton in the seventh position.

However, it is apparent that But has significantly newer tires.

Max Verstappen is now in first place with a comfortable seven-second advantage over Sergio Perez, who is currently in second place.

Kieran Jackson wrote a blog post on April 7th, 2024 at 7:33am.