- Max Verstappen leads the F1 2024 driver standings after two races
- The F1 2024 Season has completed two races till now
- F1 will head to the Australian Grand Prix on March 28, 2024
The upcoming 2024 Formula 1 season promises to be an exciting one for fans. The sport builds upon its rich history of exhilarating races and fierce competition. Iconic circuits like Monza, Monaco, and Silverstone will once again be gracing the calendar. Fans anticipate thrilling showdowns on the track. Teams are gearing up to tackle technical challenges and strategic battles, aiming to secure coveted victories.
Against the backdrop of past champions’ legacies, such as Ayrton Senna, Michael Schumacher, and Lewis Hamilton, emerging talents and seasoned veterans will be vying for supremacy. As powerhouses like Mercedes, Red Bull, and Ferrari battle for dominance, the quest for the Constructors’ and Drivers’ Championships will intensify.
Amidst the roar of engines and the scent of burning rubber, narratives of triumph and heartbreak will unfold, captivating audiences worldwide. Each race will become a chapter in the sport’s enduring saga, blending tradition with innovation and showcasing the pinnacle of automotive engineering and human skill. Max Verstappen will start the 2024 season as defending champion. As the season unfolds, fans will eagerly await the next chapter in the ongoing drama of Formula 1.
F1 2024 Driver Standings
The following standings are updated after the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix results on March 8, 2024.
| # | Driver | Nat | Team | Pts | Races Won | Podium Finishes |
| 1 | Max Verstappen | NED | Red Bull | 51 | 2 | 2 |
| 2 | Sergio Perez | MEX | Red Bull | 36 | 0 | 2 |
| 3 | Charles Leclerc | MON | Ferrari | 28 | 0 | 1 |
| 4 | George Russell | GBR | Mercedes | 18 | 0 | 0 |
| 5 | Oscar Piastri | AUS | McLaren | 16 | 0 | 0 |
| 6 | Carlos Sainz | ESP | Ferrari | 15 | 0 | 1 |
| 7 | Fernando Alonso | ESP | Aston Martin | 12 | 0 | 0 |
| 8 | Lando Norris | GBR | McLaren | 12 | 0 | 0 |
| 9 | Lewis Hamilton | GBR | Mercedes | 8 | 0 | 0 |
| 10 | Oliver Bearman | GBR | Ferrari | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| 11 | Nico Hulkenberg | GER | Haas | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 12 | Lance Stroll | CAN | Aston Martin | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 13 | Alex Albon | THA | Williams | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 14 | Guanyu Zhou | CHN | Sauber | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 15 | Kevin Magnussen | DEN | Haas | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 16 | Daniel Ricciardo | AUS | RB | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 17 | Esteban Ocon | FRA | Alpine | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 18 | Yuki Tsunoda | JPN | RB | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 19 | Logan Sargeant | USA | Williams | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 20 | Valtteri Bottas | FIN | Sauber | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 21 | Pierre Gasly | FRA | Alpine | 0 | 0 | 0 |
With Two wins in two races defending F1 champion Max Verstappen (51 points) leads the drivers’ standings for the 2024 F1 season also. Fellow Red Bull driver Sergio Perez (36 points) is a close second. But a huge 15-point difference separates the top two racers.
Seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton (eight points) currently stands ninth in the 2024 Formula One Standings. Two-time winner Fernando Alonso stands in seventh place with 12 points from two races so far. Ferrari driver Charles Leclerc (29 points) and Carlos Sainz (15 points) look to challenge Red Bull’s dominance. It is worth mentioning that Sainz missed the Saudi Grand Prix 2024 due to health issues.
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