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A dominant Lando Norris win in the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix gave McLaren the F1 2024 constructors’ title – after an early clash between Max Verstappen and Oscar Piastri had complicated matters
Lando Norris secured McLaren’s first Formula 1 constructors’ championship victory since 1998 by winning the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix season finale dominantly. His teammate Oscar Piastri was eliminated by Max Verstappen’s risky move on the first lap, resulting in a spin for both drivers. Verstappen received a 10-second penalty for causing the incident, which angered him. Norris led the race comfortably as Charles Leclerc recovered to third position after starting 19th. Despite Lewis Hamilton’s impressive comeback, Norris maintained his lead to clinch the victory and the championship for McLaren. Esteban Ocon finished seventh, securing sixth place in the constructors’ championship for Alpine, concluding a strong season for the team.