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F1 Drama Unfolds: Ricciardo Shines in Bahrain Grand Prix Practice

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Find out how Daniel Ricciardo stole the show in the first practice session for the 2024 F1 season in Bahrain! #F1 #Ricciardo #BahrainGP

F1 fans were left in awe as Daniel Ricciardo set the pace in the first practice session of the 2024 Bahrain Grand Prix, outshining McLaren's Lando Norris. As the RB driver showcased his skills on the track, excitement soared for the upcoming races. Meanwhile, controversies loomed over Red Bull's Christian Horner, with allegations of misconduct and leaked emails stirring up the F1 community. The season opener was a mix of thrilling performances and off-track drama, setting the stage for an intense championship battle.

In a surprising turn of events, Lewis Hamilton led the way in practice for Mercedes, indicating a strong start for the reigning champion. The battle between Ricciardo and Hamilton promised to be a highlight of the season, with both drivers showing impressive form early on. Additionally, the spotlight on Horner's alleged misconduct added a layer of intrigue to an already gripping narrative. F1 enthusiasts were on the edge of their seats, eagerly awaiting the next chapter in this thrilling saga.

As the Bahrain Grand Prix unfolded, fans witnessed the sheer determination of Ricciardo and Hamilton, setting the tone for a fierce competition ahead. Despite the controversies surrounding Horner, the focus remained on the adrenaline-fueled action on the track. The mix of skill, strategy, and unexpected twists made the 2024 season opener one to remember. With new rivalries brewing and seasoned veterans pushing the limits, the F1 landscape was alive with excitement and anticipation.

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F1 – Ricciardo tops first practice session in Bahrain as 2024 F1 ... (FIA)

RB driver Daniel Ricciardo went quickest in the first practice for the season-opening Bahrain Grand Prix, with the Australian driver beating McLaren's Lando ...

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2024 Bahrain Grand Prix FP1 report and highlights: Daniel ... (Formula 1)

Daniel Ricciardo and the rebranded RB team set the pace in the opening free practice session of the 2024 season at the Bahrain International Circuit, ...

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What we learned from Thursday F1 practice at the 2024 Bahrain GP (autosport.com)

Since the drivers enjoy cooler climes in qualifying and the race as the sun has long since slipped down the horizon, FP2 is historically the best gauge of what ...

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2024 F1 Bahrain Grand Prix - Free Practice 2 results (RacingNews365)

Check out the full results from the second Free Practice session for the Bahrain Grand Prix at the Bahrain International Circuit.

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Ricciardo's team takes 'huge step' as Aussies shine, Mercedes send ... (Fox Sports)

Lewis Hamilton and Mercedes were the talk of the grid after finishing first and second in FP2 while Australian duo Daniel Ricciardo and Oscar Piastri ...

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2024 F1 Bahrain GP results: Lewis Hamilton leads practice on ... (Motorsport.com, Edition: Australia)

Lewis Hamilton was quickest in Bahrain Grand Prix practice for Mercedes, ahead of the opening round of the 2024 Formula 1 World Championship. · Bahrain GP FP1 ...

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Bahrain GP: Daniel Ricciardo tops first timesheet of F1 2024 for new ... (Sky Sports)

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Christian Horner denies allegations of misconduct after trove of ... (Fortune)

Fortune reviewed leaked documents showing text messages and photos, which were allegedly presented as evidence against him in an investigation this month.

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Christian Horner back in eye of F1 storm after email leaks alleged ... (The Guardian)

The opening of the new Formula One season was dramatically overshadowed on Thursday evening after a leaked email purporting to contain messages from ...

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Christian Horner: Toto Wolff and Zak Brown call for F1 bosses to ... (Sky Sports)

Red Bull team principal Christian Horner was subject of an investigation launched by the F1 teams Austrian parent company following allegations of ...

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How Christian Horner's first day back in F1 as a 'free' man rapidly fell ... (Yahoo Sports)

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Alleged Horner evidence leaked to F1 personnel after investigation (The Race)

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F1 Bahrain GP: Hamilton heads Mercedes 1-2 in second practice (Motorsport.com, Edition: Australia)

Lewis Hamilton headlined Formula 1's second practice session ahead of the Bahrain Grand Prix over Mercedes team-mate George Russell, as reigning champion Max ...

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Mercedes and Hamilton shine in Bahrain to hint at F1 drama ahead (The Guardian)

Red Bull wanted a return to normality after Christian Horner was cleared only for leaked messages to reignite controversy.

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Practice in Bahrain starts marathon F1 year after a dramatic offseason (China Daily)

The season-opening Bahrain Grand Prix will be the first of 24 race weekends. Champion Max Verstappen — sixth in the first practice Thursday — is among several ...

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F1 Bahrain GP 2024 LIVE: Hamilton tops practice results and ... (The Independent)

The seven-time world champion led a Mercedes one-two at the Sakhir Circuit as George Russell finished just behind Hamilton with Aston Martin's Fernando Alonso ...

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F1 Bahrain GP qualifying - Start time, how to watch, TV channel (Motorsport.com, Edition: Global)

Bahrain plays host to the opening round of the 2024 Formula 1 season on 28 February - 2 March. Here's how and when you can watch qualifying for the Bahrain ...

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F1 EXPLAINS: How drivers and teams master the adrenaline-filled ... (Formula 1)

Joining the pair are Mercedes reserve driver and former Haas racer Mick Schumacher, who explains what happens in the cockpit, and former Aston Martin Head of ...

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Leclerc: Mercedes F1 one-lap pace “a bit of a surprise" (Motorsport.com, Edition: Global)

Ferrari Formula 1 driver Charles Leclerc admits that the pace of rivals Mercedes in Bahrain on Thursday came as “a bit of a surprise”. · Be part of Motorsport ...

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F1 and FIA bosses to meet to discuss Horner investigation (RacingNews365)

FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem and F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali are to address the matter in Bahrain.

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Red Bull F1 team plunged into turmoil after leaked messages ... (Financial Times)

Christian Horner refuses to comment on anonymous email sent to key figures in the sport just before start of season.

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Christian Horner responds after texts allegedly sent to female ... (The Independent)

The Red Bull F1 team principal was cleared of 'inappropriate behaviour' after an investigation was conducted.

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FIA and F1 chiefs due to discuss Horner situation (Motorsport.com)

FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem and Formula 1 CEO Stefano Domenicali are set to meet at the Bahrain Grand Prix to discuss potential next steps over the ...

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2024 F1 Bahrain Grand Prix - Qualifying results (RacingNews365)

Check out the full results from qualifying for the 2024 F1 Bahrain Grand Prix at the Bahrain International Circuit.

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F1 qualifying: Max Verstappen takes pole in Bahrain for first race of ... (BBC News)

Red Bull's Max Verstappen puts in a crushing performance to set pole position for the season-opening Bahrain Grand Prix.

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Leclerc: Ferrari 'lost rhythm' to beat Verstappen to Bahrain F1 pole (autosport.com)

Charles Leclerc has explained how Ferrari 'lost the rhythm' late in qualifying for the 2024 Bahrain Grand Prix to help Red Bull Formula 1 driver Max Verstappen ...

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F1 champion Max Verstappen on pole for season-opening Bahrain GP (The Straits Times)

Ferrari's Charles Leclerc will start alongside him on the front row, while Mercedes' George Russell qualified third. Read more at straitstimes.com.

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Verstappen on pole for F1 season-opening Bahrain Grand Prix ... (WWLP.com)

SAKHIR, Bahrain (AP) — Formula 1 champion Max Verstappen qualified on the pole Friday for the season-opening Bahrain Grand Prix as scrutiny of Red Bull's ...

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F1 starting grid: What is the grid order for the 2024 Bahrain Grand ... (PlanetF1)

The first qualifying of F1 2024 is in the books, as Max Verstappen clinched pole position for the Bahrain Grand Prix.

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2024 F1 Bahrain GP qualifying results: Verstappen takes pole (autosport.com)

Red Bull's Max Verstappen took pole position for the Bahrain Grand Prix, the opening round of the 2024 Formula 1 World Championship. · Bahrain Grand Prix grid: ...

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F1 qualifying: Max Verstappen takes pole in Bahrain (Yahoo Sports)

Red Bull's Max Verstappen puts in a crushing performance to set pole position for the season-opening Bahrain Grand Prix.

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Bahrain GP Qualifying: Max Verstappen claims first F1 2024 pole ... (Sky Sports)

Max Verstappen starts the new season on pole after fending off a qualifying-long challenge from a fast Ferrari; George Russell third for Mercedes but Lewis ...

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F1 2024 Bahrain GP qualifying results: Verstappen on pole (The Race)

The start of a new Formula 1 season didn't bring a change in the competitive order as Max Verstappen swept to his 33rd career pole position.

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Verstappen beats Leclerc in Bahrain for F1 season's first pole (Reuters)

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Horner meets with FIA, F1 bosses amid leaked file speculation - ESPN (ESPN)

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Christian Horner fighting for F1 future as Verstappen says he is ... (The Guardian)

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Christian Horner – latest: Red Bull boss in crunch meeting with F1 ... (The Independent)

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