Max Verstappen secured his fourth consecutive Formula 1 Drivers’ Championship with a 5th-place finish at the Las Vegas Grand Prix. Starting from fifth after a challenging qualifying session, Verstappen's position in the standings made his title win virtually inevitable. His closest rival, Lando Norris, qualified sixth and now faces an insurmountable challenge to surpass Verstappen with just two races left in the 2024 season.
McLaren's Oscar Piastri had a difficult race, receiving a five-second penalty for a false start, while Mercedes' George Russell, who started on pole, converted his advantage into his second win of the season. Lewis Hamilton delivered an impressive recovery, finishing on the podium after starting from 10th.
Verstappen’s consistent dominance this season has expanded his lead to 64 points, effectively sealing his fourth consecutive title. With two races remaining, his position is unassailable, making this achievement even more significant. Verstappen joins an elite group of drivers — Michael Schumacher, Lewis Hamilton, Sebastian Vettel, and Juan Manuel Fangio — who have also won four consecutive championships.
This victory underscores Verstappen's exceptional form and strengthens his legacy in Formula 1. With his title now secure, attention turns to his potential for even more records as the season winds down. The 2024 season will undoubtedly be remembered for Verstappen's remarkable consistency and dominance on the track, solidifying his place as one of the sport's all-time greats.
