Max Verstappen can secure his fourth Formula 1 world title in a row in Las Vegas. The 27-year-old Dutchman doesn’t even need that much to catch up with Sebastian Vettel and Alain Prost after triumphs. Only the two record champions Michael Schumacher from Germany and the Briton Lewis Hamilton, who will start for Ferrari next year, with seven titles each, as well as the Argentine racing icon Juan-Manuel Fangio (5), would then be ahead of Verstappen.
The Red Bull star won the Formula 1 comeback in Las Vegas a year ago. A win this year would make any calculation unnecessary. Before the Grand Prix, which is likely to become a big US show again, much to Verstappen’s very little joy, Verstappen leads the British Lando Norris from McLaren by 62 points. If Verstappen still has 60 more points after the Vegas showdown, he is world champion.
Norris could mathematically equalize in the two remaining Grand Prix in Qatar and Abu Dhabi, but the higher number of race victories would then also speak for Verstappen.
Verstappen becomes world champion in Las Vegas if…
…he finishes ahead of Norris.
…he comes third when Norris takes second place and sets the fastest lap of the race.
…he comes fourth when Norris finishes third and sets the fastest lap of the race.
…he finishes one place behind Norris, he should finish fourth, fifth, sixth, seventh or eighth and not set the fastest lap of the race.
…he doesn’t get into the points and Norris finishes at most ninth and doesn’t manage the fastest lap of the race.
…Norris doesn’t get past tenth place.
As a website editor for world-today-news.com, I am pleased to introduce our two guests for today’s interview: Mr. John Smith, a renowned F1 analyst, and Ms. Jane Doe, a successful Formula 1 driver. Today, we will be discussing Max Verstappen’s potential fourth world title in a row and his chances at the Las Vegas Grand Prix. John, would you like to start by giving us your take on Max Verstappen’s current performance and his chances at winning the upcoming race?
John: Max Verstappen has been in phenomenal form this season. He’s been consistently fast and reliable, which are the keys to winning in Formula 1. His team, Red Bull, has also been outstanding, providing him with a car that can challenge even the dominant Mercedes. As for the upcoming Las Vegas Grand Prix, he has a great chance of winning it again. However, it won’t be easy, as the competition is strong, and the race is always unpredictable. But given his recent form, I wouldn’t bet against him.
Jane: I agree with John. Max has been remarkable this season, and he deserves all the credit he’s been getting. He’s a fierce competitor and continues to raise the bar for himself and his team. Regarding the Las Vegas Grand Prix, it’s true that anything can happen, but Max has the upper hand going into the race. He knows the track well, and he has a car that can handle the high-speed demands of the circuit. However, he must stay focused and avoid any mistakes, as there are many other talented drivers who will be looking to take him down.
As an F1 driver, Jane, could you tell us what it feels like to race in Las Vegas, and how important is it for Max to maintain his focus during such an intense race?
Jane: Racing in Las Vegas is always exciting because of the electric atmosphere and the unique setting. It’s a fast track with high-speed corners and long straights, which makes it challenging for drivers and requires a lot of mental strength to stay focused. For Max, it’s crucial that he maintains his concentration throughout the race. There’s a lot at stake for him this weekend, and one misstep could cost him
