Exciting Formula 1 season finale: McLaren and Ferrari in a duel!
The 2024 Formula 1 season is coming to a head: McLaren and Ferrari are fighting for the constructors' title in the sprint in Qatar.
Exciting Formula 1 season finale: McLaren and Ferrari in a duel!
The excitement in Qatar is intensifying in the exciting three-way battle for the constructors' title in Formula 1. McLaren, Ferrari and Red Bull Racing are engaged in a thrilling duel, while the omens for Red Bull are bleak. McLaren is currently 24 points ahead of Ferrari and has the opportunity to win its first constructors' title since 1998 vol.at reported. Red Bull's gap to McLaren is already 53 points, making defending their title virtually impossible. Sergio Perez, Red Bull's second driver, has 251 points less than his teammate Max Verstappen, putting the Mexican's future with the team in doubt.
In order for the title to be decided, McLaren must make a significant jump in points at the penultimate race weekend in Qatar and reduce its lead. While McLaren relies on the strengths of its two drivers, Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri, Ferrari with Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz are also showing good performances. However, the goal will be difficult for Ferrari if they cannot catch up, according to the experts. Loud Sports Illustrated The drivers' championship will continue to be decided between the top teams, with Max Verstappen leading the overall standings with 575 points and the drivers from Ferrari and McLaren breathing down their necks.
The upcoming race at the Lusail International Circuit could be decisive. The sprint begins on Saturday at 3:00 p.m., followed by the Grand Prix on Sunday at 5:00 p.m. Norris is optimistic: “The course and the conditions in Qatar should suit us better than last weekend,” while Mercedes team boss Toto Wolff also has confidence in his crew. Last year the teams proved their strength on this course and fans can look forward to an exciting finale.