Max Verstappen secures fourth consecutive F1 world title at Las Vegas Grand Prix
Max Verstappen wins fourth consecutive F1 world title at Las Vegas Grand Prix(Las Vegas) Max Verstappen cemented his status as one of the greatest drivers in the sport by winning his fourth consecutive F1 world title under the bright lights of the Las Vegas Grand Prix.
The 27-year-old Dutch driver finished fifth in the race, ahead of Mercedes’ George Russell, who took the win, becoming just the sixth driver in history to win four titles, joining legends such as Michael Schumacher and Lewis Hamilton.
With calm and strategic driving, Verstappen crossed the line just ahead of his friend and rival Lando Norris of McLaren, effectively securing the championship, an achievement that came after a season marked by both triumph and setback, during which Verstappen had to overcome a difficult mid-season run that saw him go winless for ten consecutive races before a decisive win in Brazil rekindled his title hopes.
Russell’s performance on Saturday was remarkable, finishing 7.313 seconds ahead of seven-time champion Hamilton, who started from 10th on the grid, to claim his second win of the season. Carlos Sainz was third, closely followed by Ferrari team-mate Charles Leclerc, Max Verstappen and Norris, with the latter earning an extra point for the fastest lap despite ending his title run. Verstappen reflected on his journey and expressed gratitude for the lessons this season has taught him: “It’s been a long season,” he said.
“It was a great start, we were riding well, then it was tough but we held on. To be standing here now as a four-time champion is just incredible.”Red Bull team boss Christian Horner praised Verstappen’s outstanding performances throughout the year, highlighting his ability to produce consistent results.
“He just gets in the car and spits results,” Horner said. “That puts him in the same category as the greats.” Norris congratulated Verstappen and acknowledged his dominance this season, but acknowledged his in-race performances had been disappointing.
“These were” pants “from us,” he said.After the race, the Ferez Pen was celebrated by some of the other drivers, including Hamilton, who focused on the impressive results of Firth Staff, despite the fact that the race still remained during the season.
“Big congratulations to Max for winning the championship,” Hamilton said.Russell, who enjoyed a “dream weekend,” looked forward to celebrating with his team, marking a successful end to his race while also acknowledging the competitive spirit that defines Formula 1.
