The main story: Max Verstappen of Red Bull clinches the World Drivers’ Championship (WDC) in Vegas. Here’s how he did it.
Verstappen secures fourth consecutive WDC title: Despite George Russell and Sir Lewis Hamilton of Mercedes finishing first and second, respectively, with Hamilton starting in 10th, the Dutch driver managed a fifth-place finish in Vegas, one position ahead of his rival Lando Norris from McLaren.
Verstappen now joins an elite group of drivers with at least four individual titles. After dominating last season, he started this year with a similar performance, winning seven out of the first 10 races to establish an unbeatable lead for this year’s championship. Driving to success.
The World Constructor’s Championship is still undecided with two races remaining. This season has seen a record-breaking seven different drivers winning multiple races, setting up a thrilling finale for the team title.
McLaren is leading a strong Ferrari team by just 24 points, with Red Bull also in contention as we head into the next race in Qatar. Exciting times ahead.
