Max Verstappen’s dominant start to the 2024 Formula 1 season continued as he clinched his second consecutive victory at the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix. The Red Bull driver’s comfortable win over teammate Sergio Perez showcased his determination to secure a fourth consecutive F1 world title. However, it was Ferrari’s debutant, Oliver Bearman, who stole the show with a remarkable drive to seventh place, scoring points on his unexpected F1 debut.
The high-speed Jeddah street track witnessed intense battles behind the leading Red Bull, with Bearman capturing much of the attention. The 18-year-old British driver, standing in for the injured Carlos Sainz, displayed impressive skill and composure, securing an impressive 11th place in qualifying and progressively moving up to claim a brilliant seventh-place finish in the race.
Bearman’s performance was particularly notable as he had only learned of his F1 debut after Sainz was diagnosed with appendicitis, requiring surgery. Despite the pressure of this unexpected opportunity, the Ferrari reserve driver showcased maturity and confidence throughout his maiden Grand Prix.
In addition to Bearman’s outstanding debut, Sergio Perez secured a second successive Red Bull one-two finish ahead of Charles Leclerc, maintaining his strong form from the previous race in Bahrain. Meanwhile, McLaren’s Oscar Piastri claimed a distant fourth place after facing challenges overtaking Lewis Hamilton, who opted not to pit under the Safety Car.
The race also saw notable performances from Fernando Alonso, who secured fifth place for Aston Martin, and George Russell, finishing sixth for Mercedes. Notably, Nico Hulkenberg opened Haas’ account for the 2024 season by clinching the final point with a strong drive.
Overall, the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix delivered exciting battles throughout the field, with Max Verstappen’s dominance, Oliver Bearman’s impressive debut, and the fierce midfield competition providing captivating moments for Formula 1 fans worldwide.
Saudi Arabian GP Race Result
| Driver | Team | Time |
|---|---|---|
| 1) Max Verstappen | Red Bull | 1:20.43.273 |
| 2) Sergio Perez | Red Bull | +13.643 |
| 3) Charles Leclerc | Ferrari | +18.639 |
| 4) Oscar Piastri | McLaren | +32.007 |
| 5) Fernando Alonso | Aston Martin | +35.759 |
| 6) George Russell | Mercedes | +39.936 |
| 7) Oliver Bearman | Ferrari | +42.679 |
| 8) Lando Norris | McLaren | +45.708 |
| 9) Lewis Hamilton | Mercedes | +47.391 |
| 10) Nico Hulkenberg | Haas | +76.996 |
| 11) Alex Albon | Williams | +88.354 |
| 12) Kevin Magnussen | Haas | +100.737 |
| 13) Esteban Ocon | Alpine | +1 lap |
| 14) Yuki Tsunoda | RB | +1 lap |
| 15) Logan Sargeant | Williams | +1 lap |
| 16) Daniel Ricciardo | RB | +1 lap |
| 17) Valtteri Bottas | Sauber | +1 lap |
| 18) Zhou Guanyu | Sauber | +1 lap |
| Lance Stroll | Aston Martin | Did Not Finish |
| Pierre Gasly | Alpine | Did Not Finish |
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