F1 News: Max Verstappen Beams After Bahrain GP Victory - "Unbelievable"

Max Verstappen reflects on his first win of the 2024 season.

Max Verstappen secured a stunning victory at the Bahrain Grand Prix, leaving him ecstatic with the unexpected ease of his win. Joining Verstappen on the podium were his Red Bull teammate Sergio Perez and Ferrari's Carlos Sainz who finished second and third, respectively.

Key Takeaways:

• Verstappen praised the exceptional performance of his car across different tyre compounds.
• Leading from the front, he capitalised on strategic pit stops to maintain his position throughout the race.
• With an eye on the upcoming Saudi Arabian GP, Verstappen plans to rest before continuing his championship campaign.

In his post-race discussion with former F1 driver David Coulthard, Max Verstappen couldn't contain his excitement over his victory in Bahrain. The Dutch driver described the event as surpassing his expectations, attributing much of his success to the impeccable performance of his vehicle.

"Unbelievable. I think today went even better than expected. I think the car was really nice to drive on every compound.

"I think we had a lot of pace and it was just super enjoyable to drive today. We stayed out of trouble and it's a great start of the year, it couldn't have been better.

"It was a lot of fun and I felt really good in the car. It's always very special to have these kind of days because they don't happen that often where it all goes perfect and you are at one with the car."

His race strategy was executed to perfection, maintaining the lead throughout and making the most of two 'free' pit stops, which allowed him to stay ahead without sacrificing his position. 

Despite the jubilation, Verstappen remains focused on the long season ahead, particularly the next challenge at the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix. He emphasised the importance of rest before gearing up for the next race, indicating his pragmatic approach to the championship battle.

"It's a long season and it's a great place in the world to be. So for me, a couple days rest and we go again."