PADDOCK INSIDER: The 2024 F1 season is here, and the chasing pack looks to be edging closer to Red Bull

The winter is a distant memory. Testing is done and dusted. The time for talking is over. 2024-spec Formula 1 – with a record-breaking 24 Grands Prix – is ready to go.
Red Bull are favourites in the eyes of their rivals. The chasing pack looks to be close and edging closer to the reigning world champions.

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