Verstappen wins Qatar Grand Prix as Norris faces penalty

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Max Verstappen won the Qatar Grand Prix, leading every lap despite three safety cars. Lando Norris, who was his main competitor, received a 10-second penalty for speeding under yellow flags, which ended his challenge for the lead. Verstappen started from second after a grid penalty but quickly took the lead from polesitter George Russell. Norris briefly pressured Verstappen but fell behind after failing to slow for yellow flags, leading to his penalty. After Norris's penalty, Verstappen maintained a comfortable lead, finishing 6.1 seconds ahead of Charles Leclerc. This victory marks Verstappen's ninth win of the 2024 season.


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