Motor racing-Leclerc wins U.S. GP as Verstappen stretches lead


Formula One F1 - United States Grand Prix - Circuit of the Americas, Austin, Texas, United States - October 20, 2024 Ferrari's Charles Leclerc passes the chequered flag to win the United States Grand Prix Pool via REUTERS/Patrick T. Fallon

AUSTIN, Texas (Reuters) -Charles Leclerc won the U.S. Grand Prix in a Ferrari one-two with Carlos Sainz on Sunday as Formula One championship leader Max Verstappen dealt Lando Norris a significant setback in their title battle.

The race at Austin's Circuit of the Americas saw a thrilling late duel between the championship contenders end in controversy, with McLaren's Norris overtaking his rival for third place but then being collecting a five-second penalty.

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