Sergio 'Checo' Pérez achieves 2nd place in the 2024 Japanese Grand Prix and the sub-leadership closes

The Suzuka Circuit witnessed an exciting duel at the Japanese Grand Prix, where Red Bull Racing's Max Verstappen took victory while his teammate, Sergio “Checo” Pérezshined in second place with an impressive performance.

Since the beginning of the race, Verstappen showed his determination by taking the lead quickly, maintaining a consistent pace and controlling the race on the demanding Japanese track. However, he was not without challenges, as he faced fierce competition from other drivers and had to deal with an early pause due to a pile-up.

The Red Bull's strategy was fundamental in Verstappen's victory, with a risky bet of three pit stops that proved to be successful. Switching to hard tires in the latter part of the race, Verstappen managed to hold off his rivals and cross the finish line in first place.

However, the star of the day was undoubtedly Czech Perez, who delivered an exceptional performance by finishing in second place, just 12.5 seconds behind his teammate. Qérez demonstrated his ability to manage the tires and defend his position against rivals, consolidating his role as one of the most outstanding drivers of the season.

The battle for second place in the world championship has intensified with the brilliant performance of Pérez, who now finds himself in an exciting fights alongside Carlos Sainz from Ferrari. With his performance at Suzuka, Perez has reaffirmed his position as a serious contender in Formula 1 and has taken Red Bull Racing one step closer to the constructors' title.

Details of the 2024 Japanese Grand Prix

He Japanese Grand Prix held at the legendary Suzuka Circuitonce again saw Red Bull Racing's Max Verstappen take victory after a masterful performance and impeccable tire strategy.

The race, which began with a dramatic pile-up on lap 1 between Williams' Alexander Albon and Scuderia AlphaTauri's Daniel Ricciardo, which forced a red flag break, saw Verstappen take the lead from the opening laps and hold it until the end. finish line.

The Red Bull strategy proved key to victory, with Verstappen opting for a bold three-pit-stop approach. Riding on medium tires for the first two stages of the race and then switching to hard tires for the final part, Verstappen was able to maintain a consistent pace and secure his position at the top of the podium.

Checo Pérez, Verstappen's teammate, also offered a solid performance, finishing in second place 12.5 seconds behind the leader. The Mexican showed his ability to manage the tires and defend his position throughout the race.

Carlos Sainz from Ferrari, who surprised with a late entry, finished in third place after an intense battle on the track. Despite starting from pole position, Charles Leclerc struggled to maintain the pace and finished in a disappointing position outside the podium.

With this result, Carlos Sainz is now in the fight for second place in the world championship next to Sergio “Czech” Pérezwhich promises an exciting battle in the upcoming races of the Formula 1 season.