P1racenews AI automatic summary:
After the Australian Grand Prix, Ferrari had hope over the prospect of beating Red Bull this season. But Max Verstappen and Sergio Perez dashed those hopes at the Japanese Grand Prix and the pecking order is now really clear.
At the beginning of the 2024 Formula 1 season, it was commonly said that the Japanese Grand Prix would reveal each team’s standing. The tracks in Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, and Australia were all unique, and teams hesitated to predict the pecking order. Red Bull’s rivals gained hope after Max Verstappen’s early retirement and Sergio Perez’s struggles in Australia. Despite the challenge, Red Bull swiftly bounced back at Suzuka, dominating with a 1-2 finish. The competition faces tough odds against Red Bull’s consistency and strength on traditional tracks. Ferrari shows promise but still has work ahead to match Red Bull’s pace, leaving Verstappen seemingly untouchable in the championship race.
