Max Verstappen Wins Brazilian Grand Prix

Max Verstappen won the Brazilian Grand Prix on Sunday, extending his record-breaking season to 17 wins in 22 races. The Red Bull driver Max Verstappen took control of the race early on and never looked back, crossing the finish line over eight seconds ahead of Lando Norris in second.

The F1 Year So Far For Max - For Context

Max Verstappen's dominance in Formula One this season has been remarkable. He has won 17 races, breaking the record for most wins in a single season set by Michael Schumacher in 2004. He has also secured his third consecutive Drivers' Championship, and Red Bull have won the Constructors' Championship for the first time since 2013.

To put Verstappen's achievement into context, it is important to note that the 2023 season has been one of the most competitive in recent years. Mercedes, Ferrari, and McLaren have all had strong cars, and there have been several close races. However, Verstappen has consistently been the best driver on the grid, and he has won races in a variety of different conditions, including wet races, night races, and street circuits.

One of the most impressive things about Verstappen's season is his consistency. He has finished on the podium in all but one of the races he has finished, and he has won races from pole position and from the back of the grid. He has also been able to manage his tires effectively and make the right strategic calls under pressure.

Verstappen's dominance this season is a testament to his talent and his hard work. He is now one of the greatest Formula One drivers of all time.

Everyone Else

Fernando Alonso finished third for Aston Martin, completing an unlikely podium after a late battle with Sergio Perez. Carlos Sainz Jr. finished sixth, ahead of Lewis Hamilton in seventh.

The race was red-flagged early on after a big crash involving Kevin Magnussen and Alex Albon, but Verstappen was able to maintain his lead at the restart. He then pulled away from the field and cruised to victory.

Verstappen's win in Brazil was his fifth in a row and his 17th of the season, breaking the record for most wins in a single season set by Michael Schumacher in 2004. Verstappen has also secured his third consecutive Drivers' Championship, and Red Bull have won the Constructors' Championship for the first time since 2013. Click here for more F1 News.

Post-Race Reaction

Verstappen was understandably pleased with his win in Brazil, saying:

It was a great race. I had a good start and then I was able to control the pace. The car was really good all weekend, so I'm very happy with the result. It's incredible to have won 17 races this season. I never thought that would be possible."

Norris was also happy with his second-place finish, saying:

It was a good race. I was able to put pressure on Max at the beginning, but he was too quick for me. I'm still happy with second place. It's my best result of the season."

Alonso was thrilled with his third-place finish, saying:

"It's an amazing result. I didn't think we were capable of finishing on the podium today, but we made a great strategy call and we were able to take advantage of it. I'm very happy for the team."

Verstappen has dominated the field all year long, and he has now cemented his legacy as one of the greatest Formula One drivers of all time.

How It Happened For Oscar Piastri

Oscar Piastri had a disappointing Brazilian Grand Prix, finishing 14th. He qualified 10th, but his race was compromised by a number of factors.

First, he was involved in a crash with Kevin Magnussen and Alex Albon early in the race, which caused damage to his car and forced him to pit for repairs. This dropped him down the order.

Second, he was made to start the race a lap behind the leaders after the red flag restart because his team had not been able to get his car ready in time. This meant that he was always playing catch-up.

Despite these challenges, Piastri put in a spirited drive and made up a number of positions. He even challenged for a points finish late in the race, but he was unable to make it stick.

Overall, it was a disappointing day for Piastri, but he showed that he has the pace and determination to compete at the highest level. He will be hoping for a better result in the final race of the season in Abu Dhabi.

And Daniel Ricciardo

Daniel Ricciardo finished 11th in the Brazilian Grand Prix, which was a disappointing result for him. He qualified 17th, but he was able to make up a number of positions in the race. Slightly off the pace when compared with the Mexico GP.

Ricciardo's car sustained damage early in the race when a tire flew across the track and hit his rear wing. However, AlphaTauri was able to repair the damage and get him back out on the track.

Ricciardo drove a solid race after that, but he was unable to challenge for a points finish. He was particularly strong in the final stages of the race, when he made up a number of positions.