2024 Mexican Grand Prix: Race Results and Championship

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The 2024 Mexican Grand Prix at the Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez in Mexico City concluded with an exciting race, solidifying the current standings in the Formula 1 World Championship. Ferrari’s Carlos Sainz celebrated his fourth career win by transforming his pole position into a decisive victory.

Race Summary

Sainz’s performance was dominant, with McLaren’s Lando Norris finishing in second place after navigating a challenging start that included an early confrontation with Max Verstappen of Red Bull, who is also a title contender this season. Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc rounded out the podium in third, showcasing the team’s strong showing throughout the race.

Mercedes drivers Lewis Hamilton and George Russell had an engaging battle, with Hamilton ultimately finishing fourth, followed by Russell in fifth. Verstappen’s race ended in disappointment as he finished sixth, tied for his lowest result this season. His performance was hindered by a 20-second penalty incurred during his tussle with Norris.

Haas driver Kevin Magnussen delivered an impressive performance, securing seventh place, while McLaren’s Oscar Piastri bounced back from a tough qualifying to take eighth. The top ten was completed by Nico Hulkenberg in ninth and Pierre Gasly in tenth, with both drivers showing solid form despite the challenges faced during the race.

Full Race Results

1. Carlos Sainz (Ferrari) – 1:40:55.800

2. Lando Norris (McLaren) – +4.705 seconds

3. Charles Leclerc (Ferrari) – +34.387 seconds

4. Lewis Hamilton (Mercedes) – +44.780 seconds

5. George Russell (Mercedes) – +48.536 seconds

6. Max Verstappen (Red Bull) – +59.558 seconds

7. Kevin Magnussen (Haas) – +63.642 seconds

8. Oscar Piastri (McLaren) – +64.928 seconds

9. Nico Hulkenberg (Haas) – 1 lap down

10. Pierre Gasly (Alpine) – 1 lap down

11. Lance Stroll (Aston Martin) – 1 lap down

12. Franco Colapinto (Williams) – 1 lap down

13. Esteban Ocon (Alpine) – 1 lap down

14. Valtteri Bottas (Sauber) – 1 lap down

15. Zhou Guanyu (Sauber) – 1 lap down

16. Liam Lawson (VCARB) – 1 lap down

17. Sergio Perez (Red Bull) – 1 lap down

18. Fernando Alonso (Aston Martin) – DNF

19. Alexander Albon (Williams) – DNF

20. Yuki Tsunoda (VCARB) – DNF

Current Championship Standings

Following the race, the standings in the F1 2024 Drivers’ Championship saw Max Verstappen maintain his lead with 362 points. Lando Norris now sits second with 315 points, while Charles Leclerc is close behind in third with 291 points. Oscar Piastri and Carlos Sainz follow in fourth and fifth with 251 and 240 points, respectively. Lewis Hamilton and George Russell are in sixth and seventh with 189 and 177 points, while Sergio Perez, Fernando Alonso, and Nico Hulkenberg round out the top ten.

Drivers’ Championship Standings:

1. Max Verstappen – 362

2. Lando Norris – 315

3. Charles Leclerc – 291

4. Oscar Piastri – 251

5. Carlos Sainz – 240

6. Lewis Hamilton – 189

7. George Russell – 177

8. Sergio Perez – 150

9. Fernando Alonso – 62

10. Nico Hulkenberg – 31

Constructors’ Championship Update

In the Constructors’ Championship, McLaren leads with 566 points, followed closely by Ferrari at 537 and Red Bull at 512. Mercedes remains in fourth place with 366 points.

Constructors’ Championship Standings:

1. McLaren – 566

2. Ferrari – 537

3. Red Bull – 512

4. Mercedes – 366

5. Aston Martin – 86

6. Haas – 46

7. VCARB – 36

8. Alpine – 14

9. Sauber – 0

The 2024 Mexican Grand Prix showcased thrilling racing and significant implications for the championship as the season progresses.