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F1 penalty points: Max Verstappen handed title boost with penalty points update
Four-time F1 world champion Max Verstappen is relieved and hopeful about winning this year’s drivers’ championship, having secured his sixth successive grand prix podium, closing the gap to the leader by 36 points and avoiding a potential one-race ban.
Verstappen has been on the edge with penalty points this season, but three points will drop before the next race, leaving him with just six, making a ban highly unlikely for the season.
This news comes at a crucial time as Verstappen battles for the championship against Piastri and Norris, ensuring he can compete without the threat of a ban affecting his chances.
With Verstappen heading to a track where he sealed victory last year, his confidence is boosted to chase down his competitors, while Piastri will also see a reduction in points before the Brazilian GP next month.
Overall, the reduction in Verstappen’s penalty points secures his eligibility for the championship battle and sets a positive tone for the upcoming races in the season.
