The 2024 Miami Grand Prix may have produced the rarity of Red Bull being beaten on merit, but there was strategy plays and on track incidents which warrant a look for the winners and losers further down the grid, too
In 2024, Formula 1 was in dire need of thrilling on-track action, and McLaren challenging Red Bull on merit provided just that. With safety cars and strategy diversions adding intrigue, the race was filled with contentious incidents, showcasing the competitiveness across the grid. Daniel Ricciardo’s second win in 12 years marked a significant achievement, made even sweeter without relying on luck. McLaren’s new upgrade package has propelled them to Red Bull’s closest challenger, causing worry for Red Bull and Mercedes. Amid the rollercoaster weekend, Norris claimed his first F1 win, silencing his critics and placing McLaren back in winning ways, marking a fitting tribute to legends Senna and de Ferran. Overall, the Miami Grand Prix highlighted McLaren’s resurgence and the potential challenges to Red Bull’s dominance in the future.
