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Edd Straw’s 2023 Japanese Grand Prix driver rankings
The Japanese Grand Prix marked the return of Max Verstappen and Red Bull to top form, proving that their struggles in Singapore were only temporary. Edd Straw’s performance rankings consider various factors, including pace, racecraft, consistency, and key mistakes made. The rankings reflect the drivers’ performance throughout the entire weekend, with qualifying being an important factor in laying the foundation for the race. It’s important to note that the rankings focus on a given weekend’s performance and do not assess the overall qualities of each driver. Each driver’s performance potential and luck contribute to the fluctuations in the rankings from one weekend to another. Max Verstappen’s dominant performance, from securing pole position to winning the race, exemplified the perfect harmony between driver and car. Charles Leclerc maximized his result by capitalizing on improved aero consistency and showcasing his skill throughout the weekend. Despite not delivering his best pace in qualifying, Lando Norris drove an impressive race and proved to be the quicker McLaren driver. Lewis Hamilton achieved a strong finish, but the text ends abruptly, and the remaining part is missing.
Source: The Race
