Max Verstappen clinches fourth consecutive F1 championship despite winless streak
- Max Verstappen finished fifth at the Las Vegas Grand Prix, allowing him to clinch his fourth consecutive Formula 1 championship.
- This marks the 11th consecutive race without victory for Verstappen, who previously dominated the season.
- Verstappen is now within reach of matching Michael Schumacher's record of five consecutive season titles.
In November 2024, the Formula 1 Qatar Grand Prix took place at Losail, marking an end to the season for the racing league. Max Verstappen, the reigning champion, managed to secure his fourth consecutive championship despite not winning any races in the last eleven outings. His recent performance saw him finishing in fifth place at the Las Vegas Grand Prix, which was sufficient for him to gather enough points to clinch the title. Meanwhile, George Russell and Lewis Hamilton from Mercedes achieved a remarkable 1-2 finish at the Las Vegas race, with Russell claiming his second victory of the season. This current success for Verstappen means he now stands on the brink of matching Michael Schumacher’s record of five straight season titles. Verstappen’s string of non-winning races has raised questions about the competitiveness of the Red Bull Racing team, who were earlier dominant throughout the season. In contrast, Russell and Hamilton have been improving their performances as the season concluded, showcasing the evolving landscape of Formula 1 racing. As Verstappen looks forward to the next season, the focus will be on whether he is able to regain his winning form and potentially break Schumacher’s long-standing record of consecutive championships. The evolving dynamics within the team and the performance of the rivals will be crucial in determining the championship outcome in the following season.