Verstappen takes Redbull's record 11th consecutive victory

Max Verstappen is a three-time F1 World Champion| Photo Credit: IMAGO

FORMULA ONE Verstappen takes Redbull's record 11th consecutive victory

Shafic Kiyaga • 19:45 - 09.07.2023

Max Verstappen continued his incredible winning streak at the British Grand Prix, securing his sixth consecutive victory and equalling Red Bull's record of 11 consecutive triumphs.

The Dutch driver dominated the race at Silverstone, starting from pole position and never relinquishing his lead.

Mclaren’s Lando Norris impressed on home soil, finishing in second place and fending off Lewis Hamilton's Mercedes in a thrilling battle after a late safety car period.

The double home podium delighted the 160,000 spectators in attendance.

Verstappen's win marks his eighth triumph in 10 races this season, solidifying his position as the championship leader.

Red Bull's string of victories now matches McLaren's record set during their iconic 1988 season with Ayrton Senna and Alain Prost.

It was a memorable day for McLaren as rookie driver Oscar Piastri secured fourth place, adding to the team's success.

Mercedes’ George Russell completed the top five, recovering after being overtaken by his teammate Hamilton during the safety car period.

Verstappen's dominance at the front of the race was evident as he quickly regained the lead from Norris on lap five after a brief moment of wheelspin at the start.

With his championship lead now at 99 points over teammate Sergio Perez, Verstappen seems unstoppable.

Red Bull's winning streak, which began at last season's Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, shows no signs of slowing down.

The team is poised to break McLaren's record at the upcoming race in Hungary and is expected to extend their streak even further as the season progresses.

While Verstappen cruised to victory, the race came alive behind him following the safety car deployment triggered by Kevin Magnussen's Haas catching fire.

The incident injected excitement into the event, captivating fans and adding an extra layer of drama.

With Verstappen's dominant form and Red Bull's relentless winning streak, the Formula 1 season is becoming a showcase of their prowess.

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