Max Verstappen Wins Thrilling Chinese Grand Prix

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Max Verstappen delivered a commanding performance to win the 2024 Chinese Grand Prix, marking his first victory at the Shanghai International Circuit and his fourth win in the opening five races of the season. The race, returning after a five-year hiatus, was filled with incidents and strategic challenges, but Verstappen maintained control throughout.​

Starting from pole position, Verstappen led the majority of the race, navigating through a Virtual Safety Car and two full Safety Car periods. Despite the interruptions, he managed to keep his composure and pace, ultimately finishing nearly 14 seconds ahead of McLaren's Lando Norris, who secured a surprise second-place finish. Red Bull teammate Sergio Pérez completed the podium in third place. The race saw several notable incidents, including a collision involving Lance Stroll, Daniel Ricciardo, and Oscar Piastri during a Safety Car restart, leading to significant damage and Ricciardo's retirement. Additionally, Yuki Tsunoda was forced to retire after being spun by Kevin Magnussen, who received a penalty for the incident.