In case you are studying this then you definitely most likely know: Max Verstappen is on the cusp of Formulation 1 historical past.
Having gained 9 straight races, yet another victory would put his identify within the historical past books. Verstappen presently sits degree with Sebastian Vettel’s mark of 9 straight wins, set again in 2013. With a win within the Italian Grand Prix, Verstappen will set a brand new F1 normal.
However it won’t be simple given what we noticed on Saturday. As an alternative of Verstappen on pole, it is going to be Carlos Sainz Jr., the Ferrari driver having thrilled the house crowd with an amazing effort in qualifying. Proper behind him will probably be teammate Charles Leclerc, giving Ferrari an opportunity to place collectively a two-car chain to rocket to the entrance.
As for Verstappen, he’ll come off the road second, however with teammate Sergio Pérez beginning fifth, he won’t have many pleasant faces to assist him initially of the race.
George Russell will begin fourth, with Alexander Albon lurking in sixth with an especially quick FW45 at his disposal.
We could have you coated all morning lengthy with evaluation and extra, so test again early and sometimes! Lights exit at 9:00 a.m. Japanese for what ought to be an exhilarating race.
And maybe a historic one.
