With his impressive win in the Brazilian Grand Prix, Max Verstappen has now extended his lead over Lando Norris by 62 points, bringing his total to 393 points in the standings.
With three races left in the 2024 Formula 1 season, the title fight is still technically open, but only just. If Max Verstappen takes the top spot on the podium in the next race, the championship will be his.
There are still 86 points available, with three races and a Sprint Race in Qatar. If the two contenders arrive at Abu Dhabi tied in points, the title will go to the driver with more wins.
Possible Scenarios in Las Vegas
Max Verstappen has won 8 races, while Norris has only 3. For Verstappen to secure the 2024 World Championship, he simply needs to finish ahead of the McLaren driver. The Red Bull leader needs to maintain an advantage of about 60 points over his rival, meaning he can afford to lose 2 points and still become champion.
To keep his title hopes alive, Lando Norris must gain at least 3 points over Max Verstappen in Las Vegas. The British driver would need to finish first in Nevada, or even in second or third, provided that Verstappen finishes one position behind him without the fastest lap bonus.
Here’s how Max Verstappen can win the title in Las Vegas:
– Verstappen finishes ahead of Norris
– Norris finishes second, Verstappen third, and Verstappen takes the bonus point for the fastest lap
– Norris finishes third, Verstappen fourth, and Verstappen takes the bonus point for the fastest lap
– Norris finishes fourth, Verstappen fifth
– Norris finishes fifth, Verstappen sixth
– Norris finishes sixth, Verstappen seventh
– Norris finishes seventh, Verstappen eighth
– Norris finishes eighth, Verstappen ninth
– Norris finishes ninth or lower, or outside the points
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