LIVE: Reaction as Verstappen storms to Japanese GP victory at Suzuka

It’s nearly time for round four of the 2024 F1 season – the Japanese Grand Prix from Suzuka!

It is a Red Bull front-row lockout after Max Verstappen shaded Sergio Perez in qualifying by less than a tenth as Lando Norris and Fernando Alonso fill the second-row.

Lewis Hamilton was only seventh for Mercedes – but can anyone spring a surprise on Red Bull, who enter as favourites?

Could the threat of rain create an unexpected winner?

We will find out in 53 laps’ time…