At the Yas Marina Circuit on Sunday, December 8, McLaren clinched the 2024 Constructors’ Championship at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, marking a significant achievement for the team.
In a thrilling race, Lando Norris started strong, managing to maintain the lead as he raced into first position. However, his teammate Oscar Piastri faced an early setback after encountering contact with Verstappen, which pushed him down to 19th place. Despite this, the race saw a dramatic turn for both drivers.
During a Virtual Safety Car period, Oscar regained some ground by passing Colapinto for 18th place while Lando remained confidently in first. Oscar opted for an early pit stop, transitioning to Hard tyres but received a 10-second time penalty due to a collision with Colapinto. This situation added tension as Sainz also took his pit stop, leading Lando to follow suit one lap later, yet he successfully maintained his position at the front.
After serving his penalty and switching to fresh Hard tyres on Lap 33, Oscar rejoined the race in P15. As the race progressed, he made impressive moves, gaining positions to finish in P12 while Lando extended his lead. Ultimately, Lando’s victory solidified McLaren’s triumph in the Constructors’ Championship, a testament to the team’s hard work and resilience throughout the season.
This victory not only crowns McLaren with championship glory but also showcases the promising talents of their drivers, particularly Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri, who have the potential to become future stars in Formula 1. McLaren’s achievement reflects their continued commitment to excellence and innovation in motorsports, allowing fans to remain excited about what lies ahead in the coming seasons.