The Formula 1 Lenovo Chinese Grand Prix 2024 was a spectacle to behold, with the world’s top drivers battling it out at the Shanghai International Circuit. This year’s event was particularly special as it was the first Grand Prix weekend of the season to utilise the sprint format.
Red Bull driver Max Verstappen moved back to the top of the pecking order during Saturday’s Sprint race at the Shanghai International Circuit as he turned his low-key P4 starting position into a commanding victory.
Sprint Race Results
The sprint race was a thrilling affair, with drivers pushing their cars to the limit. Here are the top 10 finishers:
- Max Verstappen – Red Bull Racing Honda RBPT – 32:04.660
- Lewis Hamilton – Mercedes – +13.043 s
- Sergio Perez – Red Bull Racing Honda RBPT – +15.258 s
- Charles Leclerc – Ferrari – +17.486 s
- Carlos Sainz – Ferrari – +20.696 s
- Lando Norris – McLaren Mercedes – +22.088 s
- Oscar Piastri – McLaren Mercedes – +24.713 s
- George Russell – Mercedes – +25.696 s
- Zhou Guanyu – Kick Sauber Ferrari – +31.951 s
- Kevin Magnussen – Haas Ferrari – +37.398 s
Circuit Information
The 2024 Chinese Grand Prix took place over 56 laps of the 5.451-kilometre Shanghai International Circuit on Sunday, April 21. The circuit, known for its unique layout and challenging corners, provided an exciting backdrop for the intense competition.
Conclusion
The Formula 1 Lenovo Chinese Grand Prix 2024 was a testament to the skill and determination of the drivers, and the strategic brilliance of their teams. As we look forward to the next race, we can only expect the competition to heat up even more.