Max Verstappen dominates the Bahrain Grand Prix, winning by a significant margin of over 20 seconds. This victory marks his 8th consecutive win, putting him two wins away from his own record. Verstappen's flawless performance solidifies his position as a frontrunner in the F1 season opener.
Spice Girls 'conflicted over Christian Horner' as details emerge after Geri Halliwell show of support https://t.co/HfGbL31bAy
Geri Halliwell 'set to skip next Formula One race in Saudi Arabia' after she 'demanded husband Christian Horner cut ties' with female colleague https://t.co/eFG0fuTk84 https://t.co/opTeEdfua5
Geri Halliwell and Christian Horner's PDA at Bahrain Grand Prix echoes some notorious shows of solidarity by famous couples hit by scandal https://t.co/rRilEtokD0 https://t.co/YMaTf0Jd1B
BREAKING: Max Verstappen's dad 'backs out of Saudi Arabia GP' with Red Bull tensions blazing amid Christian Horner saga https://t.co/c58dtSxxnj
Christian Horner and Max Verstappenβs dad Jos have βheatedβ exchange as team βtorn apartβ by sext row https://t.co/iGCrm8unKr https://t.co/iGCrm8unKr
Geri Halliwell 'expected to miss Saudi Arabia Grand Prix' as Christian Horner saga rumbles on https://t.co/BDKoiAVoFT
Christian Horner's relationship with Jos Verstappen 'severed beyond repair' after fiery row and exit comments https://t.co/PpLdf2M3Dc
The former Spice Girl put on a show of unity with her husband at the Bahrain Grand Prix Read more: https://t.co/pN3b0Q31Oa https://t.co/UwkwrYfBcF
Max Verstappen 'privately supports father's stance on Christian Horner' with Red Bull exit possible https://t.co/NVRADhl1cX
Fuming Geri Halliwell demands husband Christian Horner cut ties with colleague and lays down ground rules over behaviour https://t.co/0vLJBAYj8G https://t.co/bhMpGs6nf8
Geri Halliwell lays down 'strict ground rules' to Christian Horner with ultimatum given over female accuser https://t.co/Lk9vlqKY9L
Geri Halliwell 'demands husband Christian Horner cuts ties' with female colleague he was accused of sending racy messages to - as she lays 'strict ground rules' for Red Bull boss after he was cleared of improper behaviour https://t.co/E7QwNPMeVI https://t.co/fhS58kFU6p
β€οΈβπ©ΉCelebrity couples and the art of the united front. Geri and Christian Horner are just the latest in a long line of couples to weather the storm in front of the cameras https://t.co/rSldy1PDyy
Max Verstappen could leave Red Bull over Christian Horner scandal https://t.co/QtYbKasoOk https://t.co/tMM15UVHKf
Max wouldn't walk away⦠would he? JONATHAN McEVOY on the uneasy situation at Red Bull amid Christian Horner text scandal. And just why was Verstappen Snr dining with Toto Wolff? https://t.co/9UMrIfZX6W https://t.co/gGnxchCxtm
Red Bull boss Christian Horner faces fresh calls to go over bombshell text messages leak which is 'driving team apart' - as F1 champ Max Verstappen's father accuses under-fire racing chief of 'playing the victim' https://t.co/hgD1G0yXhc https://t.co/3psod04edu
Max Verstappenβs dad spotted with Mercedes boss Toto Wolff as Jos tells pals son βwill move from Red Bull if he has tooβ https://t.co/cNjAErbroZ https://t.co/cNjAErbroZ
Max Verstappen 'has been asked to back Christian Horner publicly' as reaction to father's rant revealed https://t.co/N721pNZOLU
Max Verstappen asked to publicly back Christian Horner by FIA president https://t.co/mrrT8oMRKN
Red Bull claims it remains 'united' after Verstappen's father says it risks being 'torn apart' https://t.co/aXzu06ikmI
Red Bull βunitedβ amid claim it could be βtorn apartβ if Christian Horner stays | ITV News https://t.co/p9Z7jSe8LU
Red Bull picked up where it left off, with Max Verstappen leading a 1-2 finish in Bahrain, despite the ongoing controversy over team principal Christian Horner https://t.co/9MQ0LcNih3 https://t.co/9MQ0LcNih3
π¨ | Jos Verstappen is understood to have told friends his son will move from Red Bull if Christian Horner stays at Red Bull. Horner has repeatedly stated that he is determined to remain team principal. #F1 https://t.co/uiDBTA8aUy
"On Sunday the Telegraaf reported that Max Verstappen had been asked by Mohammed Ben Sulayem, the president of F1's governing body the FIA, to back Horner publicly. BBC Sport has independently verified the story." - @BBCSport https://t.co/PwoiZpa7lT
A new development in this story - FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem asked Max Verstappen in Bahrain if he would publicly back Christian Horner https://t.co/xzLHAk1vai
Max Verstappen's dad Jos 'has told friends his son will LEAVE Red Bull if he has to - with Mercedes a potential destination' - amid feud with Christian Horner https://t.co/2qxik2JGFV https://t.co/WzsJoC0cS9
The 2024 #F1 season started in much the same way 2023 ended, with Verstappen and Red Bull dominating, in a weekend overshadowed by off-track drama. Here's 10 things we learned from the season-opener. https://t.co/wltzRkFWZz
The future of Red Bull boss Christian Horner has dominated the #F1 headlines in recent weeks. But could the even bigger story be what happens to the team's star driver, Max Verstappen, amid rumours of a possible Mercedes move? https://t.co/6Dm9BOWfFr
Jos Verstappen says Christian Horner saga risks Red Bull βbeing torn apartβ https://t.co/RckPD2r9Ke
Christian Horner and Jos Verstappen caught on camera having animated exchange amid 'blazing row' claims https://t.co/4KKvoi85jE
Max Verstappen's dad makes sensational demand on Christian Horner's future https://t.co/FBA2ZpDW20
Christian Horner was 'relieved' after Geri Halliwell show of support but saga is far from over https://t.co/ZbDvDTkNON
Christian Horner accused of 'playing the victim' as Max Verstappen's father rages at Red Bull chief https://t.co/ORs70GU4HH
Geri Halliwell 'read Christian Horner the riot act' with friends left 'astonished' by show of support https://t.co/XY3TAMw0y1
π£οΈ "My focus is on this team, my family, my wife, and going racing. I have the support of an incredible family, with an incredible wife and an incredible team." Christian Horner remains defiant despite mounting pressure on his #F1 team boss role: https://t.co/CwhZS3DulH
Jos Verstappen, father of reigning Formula 1 world champion Max, has said the Red Bull team will "explode" if team boss Christian Horner, cleared of charges of "inappropriate behaviour" towards a female employee, remains in his job β‘οΈ https://t.co/0kL942SjLT #AFPSports https://t.co/Qua538MVBw
Christian Horner 'had blazing row with Max Verstappen's father' as Red Bull war explodes after Bahrain GP https://t.co/XRqyfXG0Gq
Geri Halliwell's friends 'astonished' by show of support to Christian Horner https://t.co/ge52ENHfeS
Max Verstappenβs dad sensationally calls for Christian Horner to be sacked https://t.co/FBA2ZpDW20
"I'm not going to comment on what motive whatever person may have for doing this. My focus is on this team, my family, my wife, and going racing" π¬ Christian Horner set the record straight after a turbulent #BahrainGP weekend for Red Bull's #F1 boss β€΅οΈ https://t.co/QDvI50ydYj
Christian Horner 'absolutely' confident he will ride out the storm https://t.co/9Ka3SRtV9M
Christian Horner: Jos Verstappen says controversy 'driving team apart' https://t.co/coBWLgsCsC
The 22.457s winning margin Max Verstappen enjoyed in #F1 2024's season-opener was the biggest ever seen in the Bahrain GP, which says much about Red Bull's current level of superiority πͺ @JBLAutosport unpicks how the race was won in utterly crushing fashion π
The 22.457s winning margin that Max Verstappen enjoyed in the 2024 #F1 season opener was the biggest ever seen in the #BahrainGP, which says much about Red Bull's current level of superiority. Here is how it happened β€΅οΈ https://t.co/HR2AcWXtLc
π Max's victory in Bahrain saw Red Bull draw level with Williams in the all time race win table #F1 #BahrainGP https://t.co/DgW239OBWQ
Red Bull boss Christian Horner says he 'absolutely' expects to stay in charge for Saudi Arabian Grand Prix - after Geri Halliwell 'read him the riot act' over bombshell text messages leak https://t.co/1Ev7kWFXQE https://t.co/6uTMTFoLEE
Christian Horner 'absolutely' expects to remain in charge after claims of inappropriate behaviour Read moreβ¬οΈ https://t.co/t9bzRb8Urx
π£ #F1 bombshell: Jos Verstappen says the Red Bull team could "explode", saying it's "in danger of being torn apart" if Christian Horner stays as team boss π€― Get the full story β¬οΈ https://t.co/41eCepd2Sr
Formula 1 champion Max Verstappen eased to victory in the season-opening Bahrain Grand Prix despite the turmoil surrounding his Red Bull team principal Christian Horner. https://t.co/GvoPA1zW2H
Christian Horner clings on for now after an Oscar-worthy display of chutzpah in Bahrain... Red Bull's boss rides the storm with wife Geri Halliwell by his side every step of the way https://t.co/Sula4Hincg https://t.co/bNDDY7fBNf
Max Verstappen's dad issues warning amid Christian Horner's leaked text scandal https://t.co/6JBJxv3bbK https://t.co/qOCKNVXc6f
Max Verstappen's dad Jos calls for Christian Horner's head as he claims Red Bull will 'EXPLODE' if Geri Halliwell's shamed husband remains as team principal... despite the couple's public display of unity in Bahrain https://t.co/CoOWqNQqaj https://t.co/EfRYfchKhL
Christian Horner thanks 'incredible wife' Geri Halliwell for show of support after 'unwanted attention' https://t.co/aV2wlWVNRf
Report @skynews on the #F1 show of solidarity - as Geri parades with embattled husband Christian Horner in the paddock. A display of unity & very public display of affection before Red Bull triumph amid the turmoil. Producer @samuelketch https://t.co/3OjRsidajq
Toto Wolff calls for FIA and F1 action over Red Bullβs Christian Horner investigation #TelegraphSport | #BahrainGP
The ongoing drama around Red Bull had no effect on its three-time reigning world champion as Max Verstappen routed the field by 22 seconds in the season-opening Formula 1 race on Saturday. https://t.co/AtEQ2zmOWS
Who would have ever predicted it? Max Verstappen won the first F1 race of the season in Bahrain by an even bigger margin than he won the same race by in 2023 A βlovelyβ start to the year for Red Bull and Verstappen https://t.co/wlB282k1RW
Formula 1 champion Max Verstappen eased to victory in the season opener. https://t.co/FaBwq4Jkzv
Christian Horner shares tender moment with Geri Halliwell, reiterates Red Bull is βunitedβ amid scandal https://t.co/dw1PE1Lyod https://t.co/SQS2Ot9g7C
It didn't take long into the new #F1 season for Max Verstappen to remind everyone Red Bull is still a grade above the rest. @JonathanBrazeau looks at how the reigning champion cruised to another win and more in his takeaways from the #BahrainGP. https://t.co/FPUsxGsjPd
Verstappen's 2024 #BahrainGP victory saw the biggest winning margin in the history of the race π€― 1. VER over PER in 2024: +22.457s 2. ALO over MAS in 2010: +16.099s 3. ALO over Trulli in 2005: +13.409s 4. VER over PER in 2023: +11.987s 5. ROS over RAI in 2016: +10.282s #F1 https://t.co/AUlWbmxScG
Red Bull #F1 boss Christian Horner is adamant his position is safe amid the ongoing fallout from an investigation into allegations made against him over inappropriate behaviour Read more π #BahrainGP https://t.co/Mv3eXVRKUW
DRIVER STANDINGS: Round 1/24 π Max-imum points for Verstappen (win + fastest lap) πͺ #F1 #BahrainGP https://t.co/A3dHeoToqq
#F1 - @Max33Verstappen takes Bahrain win ahead of @SChecoPerez and @Carlossainz55 π§π #BahrainGP https://t.co/SuRh3EYwCv
Max Verstappen wins F1 opener as Christian Horner, Geri Halliwell watch amid Red Bull turmoil https://t.co/38HdhzI9qC https://t.co/Z0W2OPWf7w
It's a 1-2 for Red Bull in the first Grand Prix of the 2024 season. Max Verstappen took victory in Bahrain ahead of team-mate Sergio Perez. Carlos Sainz (Ferrari) completed the podium.#Fit4F1 #Formula1 #Pirelli @F1 https://t.co/oRlBwxRgYi
https://t.co/Ga9eks3PwF NEWS: Max Verstappen supreme in first GP in Bahrain: 'I was one with the car' https://t.co/RU81H5Ha5x https://t.co/5W1i5Tx4wA
Amid the ongoing fallout from an investigation into his conduct, Christian Horner says he has no doubts about his job security as @redbullracing #F1 team boss. Read more β¬οΈ https://t.co/o7Rx4yezDs
Max Verstappen wins again, but a strong day for Carlos Sainz Jr. in F1 Bahrain Grand Prix https://t.co/gzuIc8JHRg
Verstappen says the Bahrain GP "couldn't have gone better" and that he was at one with the Red Bull as he dominated the #F1 opener. https://t.co/UCMHjzSiEY
RACE REPORT: Max Verstappen eclipses the field with dominant lights to flag win in Bahrain π§π #F1 #BahrainGP https://t.co/TVpiwC7Idc
Christian Horner gives defiant seven-word statement amid sext leak storm after #BahrainGP win https://t.co/NjAmoBaSbJ https://t.co/NAvoEiAXvx
Christian Horner confident of avoiding Red Bull sack after Geri Halliwell supports husband on track https://t.co/0NB0gK0BkG
Max scores his ππππ‘ πππππππ in F1, securing a stellar 1-2 for @RedBullRacing! π²π #BahrainGPΒ π§π https://t.co/q3evVuEJKb
π Bahrain GP: Peerless Max Verstappen strolls to victory in desert The Dutchman eased to victory in the season opener to ensure the drama in Formula 1 remains off the track around his team principal Christian Horner. Read below π½ https://t.co/GVVs4epwgT
π Bahrain GP: Peerless Max Verstappen strolls to victory in desert The Dutchman eased to victory in the season opener to ensure the drama in Formula 1 remains off the track around his team principal Christian Horner https://t.co/2AFWOMPRS2
Verstappen starts F1 season with win in Bahrain https://t.co/qPG6iM6zDQ https://t.co/ZRzdK6Bo4W
RACE CLASSIFICATION (LAP 57/57) Verstappen notches career win No. 55 πππ #F1 #BahrainGP https://t.co/E8yh7MjVP6
π Max Verstappen picked up from where he left off in 2023 with a commanding #BahrainGP victory, leading #F1 team-mate Sergio Perez home for a Red Bull 1-2. Full report and results π https://t.co/aGlphzTHyM
VERSTAPPEN PICKS UP WHERE HE LEFT OFF π Max Verstappen opened the F1 season by repeating as champion at the Bahrain Grand Prix. (via @espn) https://t.co/Yn1mkQhj79
Max Verstappen easily wins Bahrain Grand Prix as Red Bull 1-2 gives under-fire Christian Horner something to smile about https://t.co/k2TQC2u4DX https://t.co/k2TQC2u4DX
Max Verstappen wins by 22 seconds. π€― DOMINANTπ₯ https://t.co/C369LQDSwA
Christian Horner and wife Geri in display of unity at Bahrain Grand Prix https://t.co/FV3Ura59DF
π LAP 57/57 π TOP 10 Verstappen Perez Sainz Leclerc Russell Norris Hamilton Piastri Alonso Stroll #F1 #BahrainGP https://t.co/ZIuVyog1tV
#BahrainGP Results 1. Max Verstappen 2. Sergio Perez 3. Carlos Sainz 4. Charles Leclerc 5. George Russell 6. Lando Norris 7. Lewis Hamilton 8. Oscar Piastri 9. Fernando Alonso 10. Lance Stroll #F1
Max Verstappen wins the opening race of the F1 season by 22 seconds⦠https://t.co/Oj1VRSAWQy
Max Verstappen cruises to his first win of the F1 season π₯ https://t.co/BEj3x0nhUe
EIGHT #F1 WINS IN SUCCESSION FOR MAX VERSTAPPEN! π HE TAKES VICTORY AT THE #BAHRAINGP! π π₯ 2. Perez π₯ 3. Sainz π₯ 4. Leclerc 5. Russell #F1 https://t.co/PKT5PtuO9g
Max Verstappen wins again https://t.co/PkyS0XIfgM
Max Verstappen still in dominant form, but he only won by... (waiting for second place to cross the line) (still waiting) (stilllllll waiting) ... 22.4 seconds!
Domination in the desert π Max Verstappen picks up right where he left off in 2023 π₯ #BahrainGP #F1 https://t.co/5cirC0PQTa
MAX WINNNNNS IN BAHRAIN!Β π A dominant performance from the world champion at the season openerΒ π #F1 #BahrainGP https://t.co/5yaKXTvvx0
The domination continues ππ Max Verstappen leads from start to finish to WIN his second successive #BahrainGP. https://t.co/RJ96UeRvkZ
Max Verstappen eases to victory in the first race of 2024. Pole, fastest lap, victory. Finishes 22 seconds clear of teammate Perez, 25 seconds clear of Ferrari's Sainz. Unreal. It's going to be a long season for his rivals.
And 2024 #F1 has started. Max wins by 22 seconds, Red Bull finishes 1-2. #BahrainGP https://t.co/QN5vasgWtn
A comfortable victory to start Max Verstappen's F1 title defence - over 20 seconds clear of the field to win in Bahrain π§π Verstappen's 8th victory in a row, two shy of his own record set last year π #F1 #BahrainGP
The president of Formula 1βs governing body tells the Financial Times the controversy around Red Bull team principal Christian Horner is damaging the sport but that the FIA wonβt conduct its own inquiry unless it receives a complaint. #F1 #RedBull https://t.co/o0SZKwusx0
πΊ UPDATE: Hornerβs Spice Girl wife, Geri, arrived at the Bahrain International Circuit hand in hand with her under-fire husband before today's race. The couple's bold entrance was undoubtedly stage-managed after a damaging week for their marriage. Read below π½ https://t.co/nNEUr58P2N
πΊ UPDATE: Hornerβs Spice Girl wife, Geri, arrived at the Bahrain International Circuit hand in hand with her under-fire husband before today's race. The couple's bold entrance was undoubtedly stage-managed after a damaging week for their reputations and marriage. Read below π½ https://t.co/UjeWz8OqSz
Max Verstappen had a perfect start from pole position and has extended his lead to 17 seconds after 33 laps. The Dutchman is flying! #BahrainGP
Top π on lap 22: 1. Verstappen . . 2. Perez 3. Sainz 4. Russell 5. Leclerc 6. Norris 7. Piastri 8. Hamilton 9. Alonso 10. Zhou #F1 #BahrainGP
Halliwell and Horner share kiss at Bahrain Grand Prix after message scandal https://t.co/gJ1bzFm1WI
We are GO!!!!! A strong getaway from Verstappen who holds his lead. Leclerc remains in second with Russell in third. #BahrainGP https://t.co/g14jbF6EG7
β«οΈβ«οΈβ«οΈβ«οΈβ«οΈ β«οΈβ«οΈβ«οΈβ«οΈβ«οΈ LIGHTS OUT AND THE 2024 SEASON IS GOOOO!!! Verstappen leads into Turn 1, Leclerc tucks in behind #F1 #BahrainGP https://t.co/S1xQYZz5eY
F1 supremo Mohammed Ben Sulayem breaks silence on Christian Horner sext scandal after showdown with Red Bull chief https://t.co/a3vcKyrszm https://t.co/a3vcKyrszm
Christian Horner seen with wife Geri as he refuses to comment on claims of inappropriate behaviour. https://t.co/SQxcLEqVmK https://t.co/MnkpLz03n6