Round 3 of the 2024 Formula One season takes place down under in Melbourne, Australia. Here is what to look out for over this race weekend.
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Round two of the championship in Saudi Arabia was dominated by Red Bull and Max Verstappen yet again. The team from Milton Keynes appear to be on an entirely different level from the competition. But all is not well at Red Bull...
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Red Bull teammate Sergio Perez was quoted 'It would be a blow for the team' if Verstappen was to rip up his 2028 contract and leave the team for a competitor. Whilst Verstappen leaving Red Bull is just speculation at present, when the Christian Horner situation evolves and eventually concludes, expect the Dutchman to express his opinions publically.
Verstappen heads into this weekend’s event at Albert Park with a 15-point advantage over Perez in the drivers’ standings, while Red Bull sits 38 clear of their nearest rival Ferrari in the constructors’ battle.
Carlos Sainz Returns
Following a successful appendix surgery, the Spaniard Carlos Sainz will take his place behind the wheel of his Ferrari in Melbourne. After the incredible debut of Oliver Bearman in Saudi Arabia, the pressure is on for Sainz to deliver.
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Ferrari confirmed on Wednesday this week that Sainz was returning to his team in Melbourne, with Bearman, who will be racing in Formula 2 this weekend, on call just in case.
Ferrari looked to have slightly closed the gap to Red Bull in Jeddah. Charles Leclerc showed some competitive pace and teammate Bearman came home an incredible 7th on debut.
10 Years On: Magnussen Scores A Debut Podium
Back in 2014 Kevin Magnussen, driving for a struggling Mclaren, debuted at Albert Park. A hard fought race with the likes of Ferrari's Fernando Alonso and Red Bull's Daniel Ricciardo lead to the Dane scoring a podium on debut.
After the race, Magnussen would be promoted to second place as Ricciardo was disqualified from his home event. Much to the dismay of the home fans.
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It's hard to back Magnussen for a return to the Australian podium this weekend. the Haas machinery is not up to par with the front runners, judging from the performances in the last two races. However, Magnussen has been one of the more exciting drivers to watch in the races this year.
Formula One is often seen as predictable in the modern age, but Magnussen is one of the few drivers on the grid that is capable of pulling a result out of nowhere. His qualifying run at the Austrian Grand Prix in 2019 with a much younger Haas outfit for another example of what he can do on his day.
How To Watch The Australian Grand Prix
As ever, Formula One race streams are available as part of the official F1 TV subscription while many channels around the world will show race coverage.
If you are in the UK, watching Sky Sports F1 or on the NOW app will be your best way to watch the action.
US fans can watch the race in its entirety through ESPN via Sling/Fubo and ESPN Plus.
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Who will you be supporting in the 2024 Formula One Australian Grand Prix? Let us know in the poll above or down in the comments below!
Image Credit: Mark Thompson Getty Images, Red Bull Content Pool
Round two of the championship in Saudi Arabia was dominated by Red Bull and Max Verstappen yet again. The team from Milton Keynes appear to be on an entirely different level from the competition. But all is not well at Red Bull...
Verstappen addresses speculation over F1 future
Throughout the Dutchman's media duties on Thursday, Verstappen's future with Red Bull was at the forefront of the questions. The controversy including Red Bull team principal, Christian Horner, is where all the drama stems from.Image Credit: Robert Cianflone, Getty Images. Red Bull Content Pool
Red Bull teammate Sergio Perez was quoted 'It would be a blow for the team' if Verstappen was to rip up his 2028 contract and leave the team for a competitor. Whilst Verstappen leaving Red Bull is just speculation at present, when the Christian Horner situation evolves and eventually concludes, expect the Dutchman to express his opinions publically.
Verstappen heads into this weekend’s event at Albert Park with a 15-point advantage over Perez in the drivers’ standings, while Red Bull sits 38 clear of their nearest rival Ferrari in the constructors’ battle.
Carlos Sainz Returns
Following a successful appendix surgery, the Spaniard Carlos Sainz will take his place behind the wheel of his Ferrari in Melbourne. After the incredible debut of Oliver Bearman in Saudi Arabia, the pressure is on for Sainz to deliver.
Image Credit: Formula One
Ferrari confirmed on Wednesday this week that Sainz was returning to his team in Melbourne, with Bearman, who will be racing in Formula 2 this weekend, on call just in case.
Ferrari looked to have slightly closed the gap to Red Bull in Jeddah. Charles Leclerc showed some competitive pace and teammate Bearman came home an incredible 7th on debut.
10 Years On: Magnussen Scores A Debut Podium
Back in 2014 Kevin Magnussen, driving for a struggling Mclaren, debuted at Albert Park. A hard fought race with the likes of Ferrari's Fernando Alonso and Red Bull's Daniel Ricciardo lead to the Dane scoring a podium on debut.
After the race, Magnussen would be promoted to second place as Ricciardo was disqualified from his home event. Much to the dismay of the home fans.
Image Credit: Formula One
It's hard to back Magnussen for a return to the Australian podium this weekend. the Haas machinery is not up to par with the front runners, judging from the performances in the last two races. However, Magnussen has been one of the more exciting drivers to watch in the races this year.
Formula One is often seen as predictable in the modern age, but Magnussen is one of the few drivers on the grid that is capable of pulling a result out of nowhere. His qualifying run at the Austrian Grand Prix in 2019 with a much younger Haas outfit for another example of what he can do on his day.
How To Watch The Australian Grand Prix
As ever, Formula One race streams are available as part of the official F1 TV subscription while many channels around the world will show race coverage.
If you are in the UK, watching Sky Sports F1 or on the NOW app will be your best way to watch the action.
US fans can watch the race in its entirety through ESPN via Sling/Fubo and ESPN Plus.
Image Credit: Formula One
Who will you be supporting in the 2024 Formula One Australian Grand Prix? Let us know in the poll above or down in the comments below!
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