McLaren Crowned Constructors' Champions After 26 Years
The 2024 Formula 1 season concluded with a thrilling finale at the Yas Marina circuit in Abu Dhabi, where Lando Norris clinched victory in the final race, securing the constructors' championship for McLaren. This marks McLaren's first title since 1998, ending a 26-year drought. Norris's win, his fourth of the season, was pivotal as it allowed McLaren to maintain a 21-point lead over Ferrari, who finished the season strong but fell short in the constructors' standings.
Final Race Highlights: Norris Triumphs and Verstappen's Controversy
The Abu Dhabi Grand Prix was not without drama. Max Verstappen, who had already secured his fourth world drivers' title earlier in the season, faced a challenging race after colliding with Oscar Piastri at the start, resulting in a ten-second penalty. Despite starting from the front row, the incident left Verstappen finishing sixth, while Norris led the race from start to finish. Carlos Sainz and Charles Leclerc from Ferrari finished second and third, respectively, but their efforts were not enough to overcome McLaren's lead in the constructors' championship.
Final Standings: Drivers and Constructors
The final drivers' standings saw Max Verstappen leading with 437 points, followed by Lando Norris at 374 points and Charles Leclerc at 356 points. In the constructors' championship, McLaren topped the list with 666 points, followed closely by Ferrari with 652 points and Red Bull with 589 points. Alpine's strong finish in the season secured them sixth place, promising financial benefits for the upcoming 2025 season.
