In The Driver’s Seat

Forget Red Bull’s dominance and drama, the real headline is Ferrari’s new British teenage driver

Ferrari's British reserve driver Oliver Bearman finished seventh in a stunning F1 debut at the Saudi Arabian Formula One Grand Prix. PHOTO: AFP
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When we look back at the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, it will be noted that it was another Red Bull one-two as Max Verstappen led Sergio Perez home.

Of historical significance because it was the 115th victory of the team, and thus moved them ahead of Williams as the fourth most successful team of all time, behind Ferrari, McLaren and Mercedes.

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