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Max Verstappen Dominates Canadian Grand Prix for Third Consecutive Year

The Canadian Grand Prix 2024, also known as the AWS GRAND PRIX DU CANADA 2024, witnessed a remarkable display of skill and determination as Dutch-Belgian racing driver Max Verstappen of Red Bull claimed his third consecutive victory at the prestigious event. The 9th round of the 2024 F1 championships, held at the iconic Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, further solidified Verstappen’s dominance on the track.

Verstappen’s Unstoppable Streak

Verstappen’s triumph at the Canadian Grand Prix 2024 marked his 60th Formula 1 win and his sixth victory in nine races this season. The reigning champion continues to showcase his prowess, leaving his competitors in awe of his relentless pursuit of excellence.

Podium Finishers

  1. Max Verstappen (Red Bull)
  2. Lando Norris (McLaren)
  3. George Russell (Mercedes)

McLaren’s Lando Norris secured an impressive second-place finish, while Mercedes’s George Russell clinched the third spot, achieving the team’s first Grand Prix podium finish for the 2024 Formula 1 season.

Verstappen’s Dominant 2024 Campaign

Max Verstappen’s stellar performance in the 2024 F1 season has been nothing short of remarkable. In addition to his Canadian Grand Prix triumph, he has claimed victories in the following events:

  • Bahrain Grand Prix
  • Saudi Arabian Grand Prix
  • Japanese Grand Prix
  • Chinese Grand Prix
  • Emilia Romagna Grand Prix

While Verstappen retired in the fourth lap and finished 19th in the Australian Grand Prix, he secured a second-place finish in the Miami Grand Prix and a sixth-place finish in the Monaco Grand Prix.

A Three-Time World Champion

Verstappen’s achievements extend beyond the 2024 season. He has won three consecutive Formula One World Drivers’ Championship titles from 2021 to 2023, solidifying his position as one of the most talented and successful drivers in the sport’s history.

The Canadian Grand Prix Legacy

The Canadian Grand Prix, an annual auto race held in Canada since 1961, has been a part of the Formula 1 World Championship since 1967. This year’s event featured 70 laps, with a circuit length of 4.361 km and a race distance of 305.27 km, providing a challenging and exciting battleground for the world’s top drivers.

Max Verstappen’s dominant performance at the Canadian Grand Prix 2024 not only cements his status as a racing prodigy but also adds another chapter to the rich history of this iconic event. As the Formula 1 season continues, all eyes will be on Verstappen as he pursues further glory and solidifies his legacy in the annals of motorsport.

 

Sumit Arora

As a team lead and current affairs writer at Adda247, my role involves researching and creating informative and engaging content aimed at helping candidates prepare for national and state-level competitive government exams. I specialize in delivering insightful articles that keep aspirants updated on the latest current affairs trends and developments. My primary focus is on educational excellence, ensuring that our readers are well-prepared and informed to face their exams with confidence. Through meticulously crafted content, I aim to guide and support candidates in their journey toward success.

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