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?It?s a Pity?: Carlos Sainz Lashes Out at Fred Vasseur & Co. For Unforgivable Error

After his Japanese GP antics, George Russell has been called out by an ex-F1 boss for putting his selfish Lewis Hamilton needs over the team.

Pulkit Jai

September 27, 2023

Carlos Sainz (L) & Frederic Vasseur (R)

Andrea Stella Reveals the Simple Trick That Will Keep Lando Norris From Joining Max Verstappen at Red Bull

If Red Bull were hoping to sign Lando Norris alongside Max Verstappen soon, then, McLaren are prepared to throw a curveball along their way.

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September 26, 2023

Andrea Stella, Lando Norris and Max Verstappen

?Lewis Isn?t Being Listened To?: Tension in Mercedes Corridors Rise as Hamilton?s Scarce Faith Becomes Obvious

After his Japanese GP antics, George Russell has been called out by an ex-F1 boss for putting his selfish Lewis Hamilton needs over the team.

Mahim Suhalka

September 26, 2023

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Lando Norris Breathes Sigh of Relief as McLaren Breaks 2-Year Deadlock on Depressing Streak

McLaren's thrilling comeback at the 2023 Japanese GP has the fans elated. Lando Norris hints at future challenges to Red Bull.

Pulkit Jai

September 26, 2023

Formula 1 2023: Japanese GP SUZUKA, JAPAN – SEPTEMBER 24: Lando Norris, McLaren, 2nd position, is interviewed in Parc Fe

Protected Max Verstappen to Get Worthy Opponent as Lando Norris Dubbed Red Bull-Ready by F1 Driver Turned Pundit

Dive into the Japanese GP drama: The Norris-Verstappen dream pairing, Lando Norris' hiccup with Perez, and McLaren's podium chase.

Pulkit Jai

September 26, 2023

Lando Norris and Max Verstappen

Damon Hill Drags ?Desperate? Sergio Perez Through Mud for Unfair Attack on F1 Rival That Backfired

Sergio Perez's tumultuous Japanese GP dissected. Damon Hill discusses his blunders, while others debate his Red Bull future.

Pulkit Jai

September 26, 2023

Damon Hill, Sergio Perez

“I Will Drive Again”: Sebastian Vettel Rids ‘Hurtful’ Retirement to Begin Racing Comeback

Following his Japanese GP appearance, Sebastian Vettel might've hinted at a racing comeback. Will he be back in the circuit in 2024?

Aditi Krishnan

September 26, 2023

Formula 1 2023: Japanese GP SUZUKA, JAPAN – SEPTEMBER 21: Sebastian Vettel during the Japanese GP at Suzuka on Thursday

?George Russell?s So Stupid?: Amid Ongoing Drama, Fans Side With Lewis Hamilton After Shocking Details Surface

Sergio Perez's tumultuous Japanese GP dissected. Damon Hill discusses his blunders, while others debate his Red Bull future.

Mahim Suhalka

September 26, 2023

George Russell and Lewis Hamilton

“George Was a Sitting Duck”: Mercedes Criticized for Prioritizing Lewis Hamilton and ‘Wrongly’ Deserting Russell

After leaving George Russell out to dry by prioritizing Lewis Hamilton at the Japanese GP, Mercedes gets called out for doing so.

Aditi Krishnan

September 25, 2023

George Russell & Lewis Hamilton

Lando Norris & Co. Cash In on Misery as Fernando Alonso Tipped to Sink With Bleeding Aston Martin

As the 2023 season is coming to a close, Lando Norris and McLaren have the perfect chance to leave Aston Martin behind after the Gapanese GP.

Aditi Krishnan

September 25, 2023

Lando Norris, Oscar Piastri & Fernando Alonso

Dismissing Painful Rivalry, Lewis Hamilton and George Russell Unite to Defeat ?Inconsistent? Ferrari

Sergio Perez's tumultuous Japanese GP dissected. Damon Hill discusses his blunders, while others debate his Red Bull future.

Mahim Suhalka

September 25, 2023

(L) George Russell & Lewis Hamilton and (R) Carlos Sainz, Frederic Vassuer and Charles Leclerc (in that order)

“They Made a Mistake”: Amid Carlos Sainz-Charles Leclerc Fiasco, Ferrari Shown the Mirror for Another Grave Error

With tensions between Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz high at Ferrari, the team made another crucial mistake at the Japanese GP.

Aditi Krishnan

September 25, 2023

Charles Leclerc & Carlos Sainz

?That?s the Rule? – Esteban Ocon Shuts Pierre Gasly for Whining at Alpine?s Questionable Move

Sergio Perez's tumultuous Japanese GP dissected. Damon Hill discusses his blunders, while others debate his Red Bull future.

Mahim Suhalka

September 25, 2023

Toto Wolff’s Disregard of Lewis Hamilton’s 2021 Wish Backfires as George Russell ‘Disaster’ Tipped to Explode by Ex-Ferrari Boss

Lewis Hamilton and George Russell's tussle at the Japanese GP brough to light how Hamilton isn't pleased with Toto Wolff's 2021 decision.

Aditi Krishnan

September 25, 2023

Lewis Hamilton, Toto Wolff & George Russell

?It’s Difficult?: Only Minute After Carlos Sainz?s Revolt, Fred Vasseur Gives Miserable Update

Sergio Perez's tumultuous Japanese GP dissected. Damon Hill discusses his blunders, while others debate his Red Bull future.

Mahim Suhalka

September 25, 2023

Carlos Sainz (L) and Frederic Vasseur (R)

?I Was Swearing Quite a Bit?: Sergio Perez?s Shady tactics to Defend Verstappen Left Lando Norris Fuming

Sergio Perez's tumultuous Japanese GP dissected. Damon Hill discusses his blunders, while others debate his Red Bull future.

Mahim Suhalka

September 25, 2023

(L) Sergio Perez, (M) Lando Norris and (R) Max Verstappen
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Japanese Grand Prix - 2021 Latest News, Winners, Qualifying, Circuits, Track

The Japanese Grand Prix traditionally marks the culmination of the Asian leg of the Formula One calendar. The race is held at the Suzuka Circuit, as has been the case since 1987.

Since then, it has been a regular feature in the Formula One?World Championship. However, the Japanese Grand Prix was held at the Fuji Speedway in 2007 and 2008.

The McLaren team has thrived here, having taken nine wins, with Ferrari in second with seven and Mercedes with six. Mercedes have been on a streak since 2014, winning last year's event to keep up their unblemished record in the turbo-hybrid era.

Significant Events

The Japanese Grand Prix was the scene for several significant events. First and foremost, in 1989, controversy erupted when Ayrton Senna and teammate Alain Prost collided at the chicane.

At the start, Prost got away much faster than Senna and?negated the Brazilian's pole position advantage. In fact, Senna's start was so poor that Gerhard Berger got alongside him from third. However, Senna's McLaren had the inside line into the first corner, and he managed to keep the Ferrari behind him.

At the chicane, Prost braked, and Senna dived alongside the Frenchman. However, Prost moved across the track to block his path. Neither driver gave an inch, and the two collided just before the apex of the turn.

In 2005, Kimi Raikkonen clinched a win after a titanic battle with Renault's Giancarlo Fisichella. The latter took a comfortable lead while Alonso and R?ikk?nen were putting pressure on Michael Schumacher. After they passed the German, Alonso chased after Raikkonen, while he was stuck behind Webber and Button.

Fisichella looked the odds on favorite, but after the final round of pitstops, Raikkonen had a clear track. What followed next was a series of fastest laps, before he pitted. By then he was only five seconds behind Fisichella and was closing on the Renault. The Finn was now right on the tail of race leader Fisichella.

With three laps to go, Fisichella went defensive under braking at the Casio Triangle, which allowed R?ikk?nen to get a tow on the pit straight. Fisichella defended but the story repeated next lap, and this time R?ikk?nen was able to get past around the outside of turn 1 of the final lap.

Finally, in 2000, Michael Schumacher took his third win in Japan and his first title.

While the Suzuka circuit has witnessed countless commendable drives and records being broken, it is also the scene of one of the most tragic events in recent F1 history.

At the 2014 Japanese Grand Prix, Jules Bianchi suffered a fatal crash in treacherous conditions at Suzuka. The Frenchman's demise often acts as a stark reminder of the unforgiving nature of the Suzuka circuit.

Valtteri Bottas won last year's Suzuka race after a brilliant start following pole-sitter Sebastian Vettel's false start.

Past Winners

Michael SchumacherGermany1995, 1997, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2004
Lewis HamiltonUnited Kingdom2007 (Fuji), 2014, 2015, 2017, 2018
Sebastian VettelGermany2009, 2010, 2012, 2013
Ayrton SennaBrazil1988, 1993
Gerhard BergerAustria1987, 1991
Damon HillUnited Kingdom1994, 1996
Mika HakkinenFinland1998, 1999
Fernando AlonsoSpain2006, 2008 (Fuji)

Past Constructors Winners

McLaren1977, 1988, 1991, 1993, 1998, 1999, 2005, 2007, 2011
Ferrari1987, 1997, 2000, 2001, 2003, 2004
Mercedes2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019
Red Bull2009, 2010, 2012, 2013
Williams1992, 1994, 1996
Renault2006, 2008

Japanese Grand Prix Circuit Details?

The Suzuka Circuit is a 5.807-kilometer circuit, in the figure of number 8. The circuit has been modified four times since it was built in 1962.

In 1983, a chicane was put at the last curve to slow the cars into the pit straight. Similarly, the Degner curve was made into two corners instead of one long curve. The circuit was also made considerably safer by adding more crash barriers, more run-off areas, and removing straw bales leading into vegetation.

In 2002, the chicane was slightly modified, 130R was also modified and some of the snake curves were made a bit straighter and faster.

Where to watch

In India, the practice sessions, qualifying and the race will be broadcast on the Star Sports network. In Africa, Supersport is in charge of broadcast while in Asia and Australia, Fox Sports handles the broadcast. Canada has RDS while China telecasts the race on CCTV.

France relies of TF1 and Canal+ for their Formula One telecast. Germany, Austria and Switzerland have RTL Germany to thank. Italians who cannot travel to Monza can watchi on Sky Italia. Spain and Andorra have Movistar, while the United Kingdom has Channel 4 and Sky Sports. USA also shows the race on ESPN.

Japanese Grand Prix Tickets?

Tickets are mostly available on the official Formula One website.