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McLaren secured their 10th Constructors' Championship in Singapore with Norris and Piastri finishing third and fourth, respectively, but there is speculation about whether a better race result could have been achieved.
McLaren is on the verge of winning the 2025 F1 Constructors' Championship, needing to outscore Ferrari by at least nine points in Azerbaijan to secure the title, with the team holding a significant lead in points and only eight races remaining in the season.
McLaren clinched their first Constructors' Championship since 1998, ending a 26-year title drought, with Lando Norris leading a dominant performance in Abu Dhabi. Norris secured victory from pole, marking the first non-Mercedes or Red Bull win at Yas Marina since 2012. Ferrari's Charles Leclerc delivered a career-best performance, finishing third after starting 19th, while Carlos Sainz achieved his 25th podium for Ferrari. Mercedes' George Russell outperformed teammate Lewis Hamilton in the standings, and Alpine's Pierre Gasly finished the season strong, securing a top-10 drivers' championship spot.
Lando Norris won the 2024 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, securing McLaren's first constructors' championship since 1998. Carlos Sainz finished second for Ferrari, while Charles Leclerc climbed from the back to third. Max Verstappen's collision with Oscar Piastri affected the race dynamics, with Verstappen finishing sixth after a penalty. Lewis Hamilton, in his final race for Mercedes, took fourth, overtaking teammate George Russell. The race saw several incidents, including penalties for Verstappen and Piastri, and retirements for Sergio Perez and others.
The starting grid for the 2024 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix has been reshuffled due to four grid penalties, impacting the constructors' championship battle. Nico Hulkenberg, initially qualifying fourth, was demoted to seventh for overtaking in the pit exit tunnel. Ferrari's Charles Leclerc received a 10-place penalty, complicating Ferrari's challenge to McLaren's 21-point lead. Williams drivers also faced penalties, affecting their starting positions. McLaren's Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri secured the front row, positioning McLaren well for a potential constructors' title win.
McLaren strengthened their position in the race for the Constructors' Championship after a strong performance in Friday's practice sessions at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. With a 21-point lead over Ferrari and only 44 points left in the season, McLaren are seen as favorites to clinch their first title in over two decades. Mercedes' George Russell acknowledged McLaren's dominance, describing them as being in "a league of their own."
Lando Norris has dismissed Max Verstappen's claim that he could have won the drivers' championship more easily in a McLaren, following Verstappen's title win at the Las Vegas Grand Prix. Despite Red Bull's early season struggles, McLaren's strong performance has put them at the top of the constructors' standings, with Norris securing three wins this season. As McLaren focuses on clinching their first constructors' title since 1998, Norris reflects on the significance of this achievement for the team and his personal journey in Formula 1.
As the Formula 1 season approaches its penultimate race at the Qatar Grand Prix, the constructors' championship remains fiercely contested among McLaren, Ferrari, and Red Bull, with McLaren having a chance to clinch the title this weekend. Sergio Perez faces pressure to secure his Red Bull seat amid rumors of potential replacements. Additionally, Formula 1 has announced an agreement with General Motors to join the championship in 2026. Meanwhile, the battle for sixth place in the constructors' standings and the F1 Academy and Formula 2 titles are also heating up.
The 2024 Las Vegas Grand Prix marks a crucial point in the Formula 1 season, with Max Verstappen poised to secure his fourth consecutive World Championship title if he maintains his lead over Lando Norris. The constructors' championship remains fiercely contested among McLaren, Ferrari, and Red Bull. Meanwhile, driver market changes are underway, with Gabriel Bortoleto joining Sauber in 2025, leaving Valtteri Bottas and Zhou Guanyu without confirmed seats. Additionally, Rui Marques steps in as the new F1 Race Director, replacing Niels Wittich. The Las Vegas race promises excitement with its challenging circuit and high-profile attendance.
Red Bull's decision to re-sign Sergio Perez for two more seasons is controversial due to his underperformance compared to teammate Max Verstappen. Critics argue that Perez's lack of raw speed and consistency could jeopardize Red Bull's future success, especially as competition from other teams intensifies. The article suggests that Red Bull should have considered other top drivers to ensure a stronger lineup and maintain their dominance in Formula 1.
Red Bull's decision to re-sign Sergio Perez for two more seasons is controversial due to his underperformance compared to teammate Max Verstappen. Critics argue that Perez's lack of raw speed and consistency could jeopardize Red Bull's future success, especially as competition from other teams intensifies. The team might have been better off pursuing a more competitive driver to ensure stronger results in the Constructors' Championship and maintain their dominance in Formula 1.
As the 2023 Formula 1 season comes to a close, the prize money for each team is estimated based on their finishing positions in the Constructors' Championship. Red Bull, the dominant team this year, is expected to earn around $140 million for winning the championship, followed by Mercedes with an estimated $131 million. Ferrari, McLaren, and Aston Martin are also set to receive significant payouts. The estimated prize money for the remaining positions ranges from $113 million for fourth place to $60 million for tenth place.
Fernando Alonso expressed concern about the speed of Mercedes in the fight for second place in the constructors' championship, following their strong performance in the Spanish GP. Alonso finished seventh, behind Lance Stroll, who helped Aston Martin remain ahead of Ferrari in the standings. Alonso acknowledged that Mercedes has been a consistent competitor all year long, with very consistent drivers, while Ferrari seems to score only with one car or have more trouble in the race.