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2024 - 10 - 18

F1 Frenzy in the USA: From Fast Lap Drama to Ferrari's Dominance!

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Hold on tight, race fans! The United States GP is heating up as Ferrari flies high and the fastest lap debate sparks controversy!

The buzz around the Formula 1 United States Grand Prix is electric as fans and teams make their way to the famed Circuit of The Americas in Austin, Texas. As the 2024 USGP unfolds with thrilling practice sessions and sprint race qualifying, the spotlight is firmly on the track, where Ferrari's Carlos Sainz emerged as a force to be reckoned with, outperforming his teammate Charles Leclerc in a nail-biting FP1. With temperatures rising on the asphalt, anticipation builds as riders prepare to unleash their machines in what is expected to be an exhilarating race!

Amid the excitement of practice sessions, an interesting debate has sparked amongst the drivers regarding the recent decision to axe the fastest lap bonus point, originally introduced in 2019. Some drivers are thrilled, while others are bummed out, arguing that the dynamic point added more excitement to races. As opinions continue to fly, one can’t help but think—if the fastest lap is out, does that mean we should start timing pit stops with a stopwatch? Only F1 could turn a fast lap into a heated narrative!

As the teams gear up for the sprint qualifying, all eyes are also on Max Verstappen, who claimed victory at last year's race with ease. However, the challenge has intensified this season as McLaren has grabbed the spotlight, shaking up the competitive landscape. With each corner and straightaway, the battle intensifies, and fans are bracing for what might turn out to be one of the most captivating US Grand Prix events in recent history. Good luck predicting who takes the checkered flag!

In the realm of F1, records may get shattered, but the iconic legacies remain ever strong. Lewis Hamilton, a name synonymous with greatness, will celebrate his journey in a short film titled 'Push, Push.' It highlights his grit and determination—a compatible spirit with the fierce competition experienced on the F1 grid. And did you know? The Circuit of The Americas is known for its dramatic elevation changes and has hosted the USGP since 2012, instantly becoming a fan favorite! F1 racing isn't just about speed; it's about heart, talent, and a dash of unpredictability!

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F1 United States GP live updates: Follow latest from FP1 and sprint ... (The Athletic)

Follow live coverage of free practice and sprint race qualifying at Circuit of The Americas, ahead of the 2024 U.S. Grand Prix.

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F1 drivers split opinion on removing the fastest lap bonus point (autosport.com)

Formula 1 drivers have voiced differing opinions on the series getting rid of the extra point for achieving the fastest lap of a grand prix.

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F1 2024 US Grand Prix LIVE: Practice schedule and sprint qualifying ... (The Independent)

Verstappen has won the last three editions of the US Grand Prix and was also victorious in the Austin sprint race last year. It will also be the first race for ...

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Drivers offer mixed reviews to F1 dropping fastest lap point (Motorsport.com, Edition: Global)

The rule to award the fastest race lap by a driver from the top 10 was introduced in 2019 to add an extra element to the spectacle, and give drivers in lower ...

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F1 Sprint Qualifying Today: US Grand Prix 2024 start times ... (GPfans)

Find out all the details for the 2024 US Grand Prix sprint qualifying, including start times and how to watch in your region.

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United States Grand Prix 2024: How to watch the next F1 race ... (Yahoo Sports)

The United States Grand Prix will take place over 56 laps at the 5.513-kilometre Circuit of The Americas in Austin, TX. The official race starts at 3 p.m. ET on ...

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F1 live timing: Follow the latest updates from the United States ... (PlanetF1)

Max Verstappen won last year's race at a canter but faces a tough task to repeat the feat with McLaren the form team going into the autumn break. Red Bull will ...

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Was F1 right to axe the point for fastest lap? (RacingNews365)

It's time for the latest RN365 poll as the fastest lap bonus point is point under the spotlight.

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The FIA has scrapped F1's fastest lap bonus point for 2025 (Top Gear)

Dearly beloved, we are gathered here today to mourn the loss of the fastest lap bonus point, born unto the world in 2019 and cruelly taken from it again in ...

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Short film reveals how Lewis Hamilton's journey to F1 greatness was ... (The Drum)

The work of Modern Arts, 'Push, Push' celebrates the unwavering determination of the seven-time F1 champion, who relied on the messging platform to stay ...

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A hot lap with F1's Max Verstappen (CNBCAfrica.com)

Just one more day until 'Inside Track: The Business of Formula 1' premieres on CNBC. Here is some bonus content to tide you over until then.

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2024 F1 United States Grand Prix - Free Practice results (RacingNews365)

The Ferrari driver topped the only practice session of the weekend on a 1:33.602, with sprint qualifying being the next on-track F1 action. Charles Leclerc ...

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2024 US Grand Prix - Free Practice 1 F1 results (COTA) (PlanetF1)

Here are the full results from the first and only practice session ahead of the United States Grand Prix at the Circuit of the Americas.

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F1 practice LIVE: US Grand Prix 2024 latest times, results ... (BBC News)

Follow live text updates and BBC Radio 5 Sports Extra commentary from first practice and sprint qualifying at the US Grand Prix.

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F1 live: United States GP practice as it happens (Motorsport.com, Edition: Australia)

The 19th round of the 2024 Formula 1 season begins with practice for the United States Grand Prix and you can follow all of the action here.

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F1 2024 United States Grand Prix – FP1 Results (Motorsport Week)

Ferrari's Carlos Sainz topped the first and only practice session for the F1 US GP in Austin, Texas - leading team-mate Charles Leclerc.

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F1 US GP: Sainz leads Ferrari 1-2 in FP1, Hamilton escapes high ... (Motorsport.com, Edition: Global)

It took until the final 10 minutes of the session before the majority of the field decided to partake in performance runs, and Carlos Sainz then found a quarter ...

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Live: F1 US GP updates - FP1 (autosport.com)

The 19th round of the 2024 Formula 1 season begins with practice for the United States Grand Prix and you can follow all of the action here.

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F1 – Sainz heads Ferrari 1-2 in practice for United States Grand Prix (FIA)

Carlos Sainz topped the sole practice session for the 2024 FIA Formula 1 United States Grand Prix, beating Ferrari team-mate by just 0.021s as F1 Drivers' ...

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F1 – Verstappen tops Sprint qualifying in Austin (FIA)

Max Verstappen will start the Sprint at the US Grand Prix from the front of the grid after setting the fastest time of Sprint Qualifying just over one ...

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2024 F1 United States Grand Prix - Sprint qualifying results (RacingNews365)

Max Verstappen will start the sprint race at the Circuit of the Americas from pole position, courtesy of a 1:32.833. The Dutchman secured sprint pole by 0.012s, ...

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F1 LIVE: Follow all the action from the United States Grand Prix ... (PlanetF1)

Formula 1 is back and coming up first in a busy United States Grand Prix weekend is qualifying for Saturday's sprint race.

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F1 2024 United States GP – Sprint Qualifying Results (Motorsport Week)

Max Verstappen took top spot for tomorrow's Formula 1 United States Grand Prix Sprint Race.

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F1 starting grid: What is the grid order for the 2024 US Grand Prix ... (PlanetF1)

1 Max Verstappen, Red Bull · 2 George Russell, Mercedes · 3 Charles Leclerc, Ferrari · 4 Lando Norris, McLaren · 5 Carlos Sainz, Ferrari · 6 Nico Hulkenberg, Haas · 7 ...

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Make-A-Wish International and F1 Authentics launch special ... (Formula 1 RSS UK)

Make-A-Wish International – a charity supported by F1 – and F1 Authentics are celebrating their collaboration with Formula 1 by launching a special ...

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F1 US GP sprint race and qualifying - Start time, how to watch & more (autosport.com)

Formula 1's sprint race format gets its fourth outing of 2024 at the United States Grand Prix. Here's how and when to watch the sprint race and grand prix ...

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US GP: Red Bull respond to bib drama with Max Verstappen F1 ... (PlanetF1)

Amid the off-track bib saga, Red Bull delivered on the track as Max Verstappen took F1 Sprint pole at the US GP.

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Audi to be granted increased budget cap on entering F1 from 2026 ... (BBC News)

Formula 1 is to adjust its budget cap from 2026 to offset the costs of teams that operate in countries with higher salary levels.

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F1 Austin qualifying schedule of today | Start time (RacingNews365)

This is the schedule of the F1 qualifying session in Austin today. Check here for the session start time.

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