China delivers drama on F1 return
How the Japanese Grand Prix qualifying unfolded
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Red Bull's Max Verstappen beat Ferrari's...
While unpredictability was expected in Shanghai as Formula 1 made its long-awaited return to China, few could have predicted the drama that unfolded. Red Bull's Max Verstappen emerged victorious, beating Ferrari's Charles Leclerc and Sebastian Vettel to the top step of the podium.
Verstappen started the race in second place, behind Leclerc, but made a brilliant start to take the lead into the first corner. He then controlled the race from the front, building a comfortable lead over his rivals. Leclerc and Vettel were never able to close the gap, and Verstappen ultimately cruised to victory.
The race was not without its moments of drama, however. On lap 11, Romain Grosjean crashed out of the race, bringing out the safety car. This allowed Leclerc and Vettel to close the gap to Verstappen, but they were unable to make a serious challenge for the lead.
On lap 27, there was another safety car period when Antonio Giovinazzi crashed out of the race. This time, Verstappen was able to extend his lead over Leclerc and Vettel, and he ultimately cruised to victory.
Verstappen's victory was his second of the season, and it moves him into the lead of the drivers' championship standings. Leclerc is now second in the standings, with Vettel third.
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