Max Verstappen’s dominant 2024 season has propelled him to the brink of another world championship. With a commanding 62-point lead over Lando Norris, the question now is not if he’ll clinch the title, but when.
The Vegas Gamble: A Closer Look
The Las Vegas Grand Prix could be the stage for Verstappen’s coronation. While a theoretical scenario involving Charles Leclerc could tie the Red Bull driver on points, it’s highly unlikely and would still favor Verstappen on countback.
How Can Verstappen Clinch the Title in Vegas?
Here’s a breakdown of the scenarios that could see Verstappen seal the deal:
| Scenario | Verstappen’s Position | Norris’ Position |
| Full Points Race | ||
| Clear Win | Wins the race | Any position |
| Points Advantage | Finishes ahead of Norris | Any position |
| Norris Out of the Picture | Any position |
Finishes lower than 9th or 9th without fastest lap
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| Fastest Lap Scenario | Various positions (3rd-9th) |
Specific positions and fastest lap considerations
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| Reduced Points Races | ||
| GP75 (50-75% distance): | Any position | Finishes lower than 7th |
| GP50 (25-50% distance): | Any position | Finishes lower than 3rd |
| GP25 (0-25% distance): | Any position | Finishes lower than 3rd |
