Max Verstappen Clinches Fourth Consecutive Formula 1 Title
Max Verstappen has secured his fourth consecutive Formula 1 World Championship title after finishing fifth at the Las Vegas Grand Prix on November 24, 2024. The Dutch driver, racing for Red Bull, only needed to finish ahead of his closest rival, Lando Norris of McLaren, who finished sixth. This victory solidifies Verstappen's place among the legends of the sport, joining the ranks of Alain Prost and Sébastien Vettel, with only Juan Manuel Fangio, Michael Schumacher, and Lewis Hamilton ahead of him in terms of championship titles.
Despite a strong start to the season, where he won seven of the first ten races, Verstappen faced a challenging mid-season as McLaren's Norris gained momentum. The tension peaked when Verstappen's lead dwindled to less than 50 points. However, a spectacular comeback win in Brazil, where he started from 17th position, helped him regain a significant lead, allowing him to clinch the title in Las Vegas.
Thierry Neuville Breaks Through to Win First World Rally Championship Title
In a remarkable turn of events in the world of motorsport, Belgian driver Thierry Neuville has finally won his first World Rally Championship (WRC) title, ending a long wait after finishing as runner-up multiple times. Neuville, racing for Hyundai, secured the championship on November 24, 2024, before the conclusion of the Japan rally, thanks to a comfortable lead over his teammate, Ott Tänak.
At 36 years old, Neuville expressed his relief and joy after a season filled with pressure and challenges. He had previously been thwarted by the dominance of Sébastien Ogier, who won eight titles between 2013 and 2021. This year, with Ogier and Kalle Rovanperä not competing in all rounds, Neuville seized the opportunity to claim the title, marking a significant achievement for both him and Hyundai, which has now won its first drivers' championship after securing the constructors' title in previous years.
