Max Verstappen won his seventh race of the 2024 Formula 1 season at the Spanish Grand Prix after fending off a challenge from Lando Norris. It was the first proper sign that Red Bull’s advantage appeared to be slashed at a circuit known for being a car tester in F1, with Verstappen making the difference at crucial moments during the race. Norris felt his start impacted his chances of winning from pole, but Verstappen’s opening laps gave him the advantage over McLaren. The Briton started on new soft tyres while Verstappen was on a scrubbed set, meaning his move on Norris at the first corner was…
