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FP1 Highlights 2024 Japanese Grand Prix: We Have To Accept It
The Drivers React
Watch the official Formula 1 highlights from FP1 at the 2024 Japanese Grand Prix, as the drivers give their reactions to the session.
After a thrilling qualifying session, it was Max Verstappen who took pole position for the 2024 Japanese Grand Prix. However, it was not a straightforward session for the Dutchman, as he had to fend off a late challenge from Ferrari's Charles Leclerc. In the end, Verstappen prevailed by just 0.029 seconds, with Leclerc having to settle for second place.
Behind the top two, it was Carlos Sainz Jr. who finished third for Ferrari, ahead of Sergio Perez in the second Red Bull. Fernando Alonso was fifth for Aston Martin, with Lando Norris sixth for McLaren. George Russell was seventh for Mercedes, ahead of teammate Lewis Hamilton in eighth. Pierre Gasly was ninth for Alpine, with Esteban Ocon rounding out the top 10 for the French team.
The session was not without its drama, as there were several incidents on track. Lance Stroll crashed his Aston Martin at Turn 11, while Nicholas Latifi spun his Williams at the same corner. There was also a red flag period after Valtteri Bottas' Alfa Romeo caught fire.
Despite the incidents, FP1 was a positive session for Verstappen and Red Bull. The Dutchman looked in strong form throughout the session, and he will be confident of taking victory in the race on Sunday.
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