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How Verstappen can win his third F1 title in Qatar sprint
Max Verstappen’s win at Suzuka brought him within two wins of equaling the record for most wins in a single season. This victory also increased his lead over teammate Sergio Perez in the standings by 177 points. Verstappen has been dominant, winning 10 races in a row before his streak ended in Singapore. With six races remaining, Verstappen only needs three more points to secure his third consecutive title. The next race in Qatar will feature two consecutive sprint weekends, with a maximum of 34 points available for a driver who wins both races. Even in the worst-case scenario, Verstappen will be crowned champion with an eighth-place finish on Sunday. Perez must win Sunday’s race to delay Verstappen’s celebrations, but even if they tie in points, Verstappen will still be champion based on the number of victories.
Source: motorsport
