P1racenews AI automatic summary:
We round up the best and the worst of the Japanese Grand Prix as Fortmula 1 completed its fourth race of the season with storylines already emerging
Max Verstappen and Red Bull made a strong comeback after his brake-induced retirement in Melbourne, with an intriguing tyre strategy keeping things lively at Suzuka. The Japanese Grand Prix saw local hero Tsunoda impress with a solid performance, scoring his first point on home soil amidst strong competition from other teams. Sergio Perez’s return to the front row led to a commendable strategy from Ferrari, resulting in both Sainz and Leclerc moving up in the standings and showcasing the team’s improved race tactics. Despite initial concerns about long-run pace, Red Bull proved their dominance at Suzuka, solidifying their position as championship contenders after a challenging start to the season. Comparing Fernando Alonso’s lap time deficits from the 2023 and 2024 Japanese Grand Prix demonstrates a significant improvement, highlighting the progress made by the Aston Martin team.
