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Max Verstappen won the São Paulo Grand Prix by 19 seconds, despite having started in 17th.
Former F1 driver Jolyon Palmer hails Max Verstappen as a “step ahead” of the entire F1 paddock, ahead of talents like Lewis Hamilton and Fernando Alonso, after Verstappen’s impressive victory in the São Paulo Grand Prix, finishing nearly 20 seconds ahead of Esteban Ocon. Verstappen’s victory from 17th on the grid in wet conditions at Interlagos was exceptional, with him exhibiting flawless driving in contrast to other strong drivers who made errors such as Sainz and Alonso crashing, and Norris, Hamilton, and Leclerc making mistakes. Despite Hamilton and Alonso’s reputation for excelling in wet conditions, their errors further emphasize Verstappen’s superiority, according to Palmer, who believes Verstappen deserves the F1 drivers’ title this season. The 2024 grid showcases immense talent, but the struggles of top names like Norris, Alonso, Sainz, Hamilton, and Leclerc in the challenging conditions underline Max’s exceptional performance that sets him apart as a clear favorite for the championship.
