P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Was Verstappen’s 2024 Brazilian GP victory the best of his F1 career?
Christian Horner described Max Verstappen as being in a league of his own following his impressive victory at the Brazilian Grand Prix where he won from 17th on the grid, becoming only the sixth driver in F1 history to achieve this feat. While this win was remarkable, there are other contenders for Verstappen’s best race, such as the Spanish Grand Prix in 2016 where he became the youngest driver to score a podium, win a race, and lead a lap. The United States Grand Prix in 2021 saw Verstappen engage in an epic duel with Lewis Hamilton, ultimately holding off the Briton to clinch victory with a 1.3s margin. The Abu Dhabi Grand Prix in 2021 marked a historic and contentious race where the title fight was decided on the last lap, amidst controversy surrounding Nicolas Latifi and Michael Masi. Verstappen’s performance at the Miami Grand Prix in 2022, starting from ninth on the grid and overcoming challenges to emerge victorious, showcased his skill in fighting through the field. The Emilia Romagna Grand Prix in 2024 and the São Paulo Grand Prix in the same year were also standout races for Verstappen, with victories obtained from pole position and overcoming adversity, further solidifying his reputation as a top-tier driver in Formula 1.
