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Carlos Sainz's Victory and Max Verstappen's Unexpected Retirement: Australian F1 Grand Prix 2024 Highlights

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Exciting moments at the Australian F1 Grand Prix with Carlos Sainz's triumphant win and Max Verstappen's shocking retirement! ๐ŸŽ๏ธ๐Ÿ† #F1 #AustralianGP

The Australian F1 Grand Prix 2024 was a thrilling spectacle filled with unexpected turns. Carlos Sainz stole the show by clinching victory just two weeks post-surgery, leading a one-two finish for Ferrari alongside Charles Leclerc. Meanwhile, the race saw major upsets as both Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton were forced to retire, shaking up the standings. Verstappen's early exit due to mechanical issues allowed Sainz to break Red Bull's winning streak, creating a dramatic and unforgettable race in Melbourne.

The tension escalated as Verstappen revealed the 'really weird' cause behind his abrupt exit, attributing it to an issue with his right rear brake from the start of the race. This revelation added a layer of intrigue to the already eventful Grand Prix. Additionally, amidst the race drama, notable personalities like Patrick Mahomes, Shakira, and Tom Cruise made appearances, adding to the excitement surrounding the event.

As fans eagerly anticipated the outcome, Sainz's skill and determination shone through, securing a well-deserved victory. The Australian Grand Prix cemented its status as a must-watch event in the F1 calendar, generating buzz and interest not only among racing enthusiasts but also attracting celebrity spectators and new fans worldwide.

In retrospect, the Australian F1 Grand Prix 2024 will be remembered for Sainz's triumph and Verstappen's unexpected retirement. These events added a unique twist to the race's narrative, making it a standout moment in Formula 1 history.

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Australian F1 Grand Prix 2024 โ€“ in pictures (The Guardian)

Carlos Sainz won the Australian Grand Prix just two weeks after having surgery, as Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton were both forced to retire.

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Carlos Sainz wins Australian F1 Grand Prix to lead one-two finish for ... (The Guardian)

Ferrari recorded a one-two finish with Charles Leclerc second after Max Verstappen was forced to retire early due to mechanical problems.

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Ferrari's Sainz wins dramatic Australian F1 GP (1 News)

Ferrari's Carlos Sainz has ended Red Bull's Formula 1 winning streak when the Spaniard took advantage of Max Verstappen's early retirement to win the ...

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Sainz wins in Australia after Verstappen retires for first time in two ... (BBC Sport)

Sainz wins - audio commentary at top of page (UK only) · Polesitter Verstappen retires for first time in two years after fire · Late race crash for George Russell ...

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'Really weird ... f***': Max opens up on shock Aus Grand Prix exit as ... (Fox Sports)

'Really weird ... f***': Max opens up on shock Aus Grand Prix exit as cause of retirement revealed.

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2024 F1 Australian GP results: Carlos Sainz wins (autosport.com)

Carlos Sainz won the Australian Grand Prix, the third round of the 2024 Formula 1 World Championship, in Melbourne. Rachit Thukral Mar 23, 2024, 10:45 PM.

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Ferrari's Carlos Sainz wins F1 Australian GP after Verstappen retires (Aljazeera.com)

Sainz finished ahead of teammate Charles Leclerc after Red Bull's Verstappen retired on the fourth lap with engine fire.

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Max Verstappen explains 'really weird' cause of early retirement ... (Formula 1)

Max Verstappen has explained that an issue with his right rear brake which had started at the very beginning of the Australian Grand Prix was the reason ...

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Patrick Mahomes, Shakira and Tom Cruise are just some of the ... (NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth)

Who made to the Miami GP? From Tom Cruise and Shakira to the Jonas Brothers and Vin Diesel, to first-timers like Kansas City Chief's quarterback Patrick Mahomes ...

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What time is the Australian F1 Grand Prix and how can I watch? (Fox Sports)

F1 is back in Melbourne for the Australian Grand Prix at Albert Park, which has hosted the race since 1996. There are two Aussies on the grid for the first ...

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How To Watch F1 Australian Grand Prix 2024 Live From Anywhere (Forbes)

The upcoming weekend marks the Australian Grand Prix Formula 1 race, commencing from Friday, March 22. Here's a guide to watch the race live using a VPN.

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'Left me cold': F1's great Aussie GP drama... and the 'shame' that will ... (Fox Sports)

'Left me cold': F1's great Aussie GP drama... and the 'shame' that will always linger.

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Rating the 2024 F1 Australian GP race (autosport.com)

The Australian Grand Prix produced a different winner as Carlos Sainz benefitted from Max Verstappen's retirement to cruise to his third Formula 1 victory.

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Motorsport: Carlos Sainz returns from surgery to win Australian F1 ... (Newshub)

The reigning world champion only lasted three laps in Melbourne, opening the door for Ferrari to take the top two spots on the podium.

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Alonso slams "disappointing" penalty for Russell incident in F1 ... (Motorsport.com, Edition: Australia)

Fernando Alonso says it was "disappointing" to get a 20-second penalty for his role in George Russell's crash in Formula 1's Australian Grand Prix, saying his ...

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'Right in his gearbox': F1 great punished for dirty act as 'bizarre ... (Fox Sports)

'Right in his gearbox': F1 great punished for dirty act as 'bizarre' move causes ugly last-lap crash.

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F1 - Sainz leads emotional Ferarri 1-2 in Australia as Verstappen ... (FIA)

Carlos Sainz claimed an emotional first victory of the season at the 2024 FIA Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix, coming back from illness to lead a Ferrari ...

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Carlos Sainz wins F1 Australian GP after Verstappen retires early ... (The Associated Press)

Ferrari's Carlos Sainz had ended Red Bull's Formula 1 winning streak when the Spaniard took advantage of Max Verstappen's early retirement to win the ...

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F1 great sparked ugly crash with dirty act (NEWS.com.au)

In a dramatic repeat of last year's Singapore Grand Prix, Mercedes' George Russell crashed out of the 2024 Australian Grand Prix in the final moments.

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'Worst ever': Aus GP exposes great F1 driver absurdity ... and $150m ... (Fox Sports)

'Worst ever': Aus GP exposes great F1 driver absurdity ... and $150m elephant in the room.

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Formula One: Ferrari's Carlos Sainz wins dramatic Australian Grand ... (Stuff.co.nz)

Max Verstappen was forced out of the race on lap three after smoke appeared out the back of the Red Bull driver's car. Sainz took the chequered flag ahead of ...

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Ranked: The 10 F1 teams at the 2024 Australian GP (Motorsport.com, Edition: Global)

Those expecting a third Max Verstappen win of 2024's Formula 1 season had their expectations confounded as the Red Bull driver retired in the opening laps of ...

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Sainz leads Ferrari one-two at 2024 F1 Australian Grand Prix (Motor Authority)

Carlos Sainz, in his first race since his recent surgery for appendicitis, was the first to cross the finish line, with Charles Leclerc finishing just over two ...

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What happened at the F1 Australian Grand Prix? (Red Bull Australia)

A brake problem meant Max Verstappen's run of Formula One victories came to a halt in Melbourne, while Oracle Red Bull Racing team-mate Sergio Pรฉrez ...

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F1 expert questions Alonso's 'extraordinary' act (Wide World of Sports)

Formula 1 champion Fernando Alonso has reservations over a penalty he was dished but his former strategist ...

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