McLaren has made history by winning its first Formula 1 Constructors’ Championship in 26 years after a remarkable performance in the 2024 season.
On Sunday, Lando Norris of McLaren claimed victory in the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, the final race of the championship, held at the Yas Marina Circuit in Abu Dhabi. Norris completed the 58-lap race in 1 hour, 26 minutes, and 33.291 seconds, securing first place.
Carlos Sainz of Ferrari finished second, 5.832 seconds behind Norris, while his teammate Charles Leclerc took third, finishing 31.928 seconds behind.
The final standings after the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix are:
Drivers’ Top 5:
- Max Verstappen (Netherlands) – 437 points
- Lando Norris (Great Britain) – 374 points
- Charles Leclerc (Monaco) – 356 points
- Oscar Piastri (Australia) – 292 points
- Carlos Sainz (Spain) – 290 points
Constructors’ Top 4:
- McLaren – 666 points
- Ferrari – 652 points
- Red Bull – 589 points
- Mercedes – 468 points
McLaren’s victory marks a monumental achievement in the team’s history, solidifying their place among the top contenders in F1.