The 2023/2024 Formula One season was one for the ages. It was a season that saw the rise of new stars, the fall of old favorites, and some of the most thrilling races in recent memory.
Drivers
Max Verstappen and Red Bull continued to dominate the 2023/2024 season, claiming their second consecutive Drivers’ and Constructors’ Championships. Verstappen was once again in a class of his own, winning 14 races and finishing on the podium in 18 of the 23 races. Red Bull’s dominance was even more impressive, as they won 18 races and finished on the podium in 20 races.
However, there were a few surprises along the way. Ferrari, who had been the dominant team in 2022, struggled to keep up with Red Bull in 2023/2024. Leclerc finished the season in third place, but he was never really in contention for the title. Sainz, meanwhile, had a disappointing season, finishing in sixth place.
Mercedes also struggled in 2023/2024. Hamilton’s eight-year reign as World Champion came to an end, as he finished the season in fifth place. Russell, in his first full season with Mercedes, showed flashes of brilliance but was ultimately overshadowed by Verstappen and Leclerc.
Aston Martin and Alpine were the surprise packages of the season. Both teams had made significant progress in the off-season, and they were able to challenge for podiums and even victories on a regular basis. Vettel, who had been struggling in recent years, had a resurgence at Aston Martin, finishing the season in fourth place. Alonso, meanwhile, continued to impress at Alpine, finishing the season in seventh place.
Teams
Red Bull’s dominance was partly due to their new car, which was the best on the grid. The RB18 was fast, reliable, and easy to drive, giving Verstappen a significant advantage over his rivals.
Ferrari’s struggles were partly due to their car, which was not as competitive as Red Bull’s. The F1-75 was also less reliable than the RB18, which cost Leclerc and Sainz a number of points.
Mercedes’ struggles were also partly due to their car. The W13 was difficult to drive and lacked downforce, which made it difficult to compete in both qualifying and races.
Aston Martin and Alpine’s progress was due to their new drivers and technical director. Vettel and Alonso brought a wealth of experience to their teams, while technical director Otmar Szafnauer made significant changes to Aston Martin’s car.
Races
The 2023/2024 season was full of exciting races. There were a number of close battles between Verstappen and Leclerc, and there were also a few surprise winners.
One of the most exciting races of the season was the British Grand Prix. Verstappen and Leclerc went wheel-to-wheel for the entire race, and the lead changed hands a number of times. In the end, Verstappen won the race by just 0.244 seconds.
Another exciting race was the Hungarian Grand Prix. Bottas, who had started from pole position, was overtaken by Verstappen on the first lap. However, Verstappen’s race ended when he was hit by a backmarker, and Bottas went on to win the race.
The season also saw a number of new winners. Ocon won the Hungarian Grand Prix, while Magnussen won the Canadian Grand Prix and the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix.
Overall
The 2023/2024 Formula One season was one of the most exciting in recent memory. It was a season that saw the rise of new stars, the fall of old favorites, and some of the most thrilling races in Formula One history.
Conclusion
The 2023/2024 Formula One season was a success on many levels. It was a season that was full of excitement, drama, and close competition. It was also a season that saw a number of new and emerging drivers and teams.
The 2024 season promises to be even more exciting. With new regulations coming into play, we can expect to see even more close racing and unexpected results. I can’t wait to see what the future holds for Formula One