HINCH’S HEROES: Who does Indycar star James Hinchcliffe reckon was super at Suzuka?


Max Verstappen was back to winning ways in the Japanese Grand Prix – but there were plenty of other impressive performances, from podium finishers to those who drove hard for little reward in terms of points. As usual, former IndyCar star and F1 TV pundit James Hinchcliffe was watching closely and has picked out the five drivers who impressed him the most across the race weekend at the Suzuka…
Carlos Sainz – P3
Sainz has stepped up to the plate in a big way in 2024. He has gone three-for-three on podiums this year in the races he’s competed in and – crucially – has finished ahead of fellow Ferrari man Charles Leclerc on each occasion.

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