Max Verstappen Dominates Las Vegas GP, Keeps F1 Championship Hopes Alive
Introduction
The Las Vegas Strip lit up for another dramatic Formula 1 night race, and Max Verstappen stole the spotlight with a commanding victory that keeps his fading championship dreams alive. Lando Norris finished second, George Russell completed the podium in third, and Oscar Piastri secured a crucial fourth place in a race that could define the final chapter of the 2025 season.
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Verstappen’s Flawless Drive Under Vegas Lights
Max Verstappen delivered one of his strongest performances of the season. After snatching the lead from pole-sitter Lando Norris right at Turn 1, the Dutchman never looked back. His pace was simply untouchable, even as other teams struggled with tyre graining on the tricky Nevada circuit.
This win marks Verstappen’s sixth victory of the season, an impressive achievement considering he was over 100 points behind the leaders in mid-season. His late-season surge — four wins and three podiums in the last seven races — has been nothing short of remarkable.
But the points gap tells a harsher truth:
Verstappen still trails Norris by 42 points, and realistically needs the McLaren driver to suffer a non-finish in Qatar to stay alive in the championship hunt.
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Norris Inches Closer to His First World Championship
Lando Norris may not want to admit it publicly, but with every race he looks more and more like a champion in waiting. His P2 finish increases his lead over teammate Oscar Piastri to 30 points, with only 58 points left across Qatar (including Sprint) and Abu Dhabi.
If Norris ends the Qatar weekend with a 26-point lead, he will seal the title early.
Despite a costly mistake at the start — going wide into Turn 1 and losing two positions — Norris recovered smartly. His pole lap in wet qualifying and his calm, fuel-saving finish show maturity well beyond his years.
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Piastri Fights Back to Keep Faint Title Hopes
Oscar Piastri endured a chaotic opening lap after a light collision with Liam Lawson. Dropping two positions early, he fought hard to recover to fourth place. Though still mathematically in the fight, his chances are slim as Norris continues to extend the gap.
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Race Highlights
๐น Turn 1 Drama
Norris chopped across Verstappen aggressively, but ran wide — opening the door for Verstappen and allowing Russell through as well.
๐น Strategic Undercuts
Piastri and Norris attempted undercuts mid-race, briefly shaking up the order, but Verstappen’s superior pace neutralized the threat.
๐น Russell Struggles Late
George Russell held second for much of the race, but once tire wear hit, Norris overtook him on lap 34.
๐น Hamilton’s Recovery Drive
Lewis Hamilton climbed from P19 to P10 in a gritty performance, showing Mercedes still has potential in race trim.
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F1 Academy: Doriane Pin Crowned 2025 Champion
In an exciting earlier race, Mercedes junior Doriane Pin captured the 2025 F1 Academy title with a solid P5 finish in the final round. At just 21, she becomes the third champion of the all-female series after Marta Garcรญa (2023) and Abbi Pulling (2024).
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Conclusion
The Las Vegas GP delivered high-speed drama, strategic battles, and a championship storyline that’s still alive — barely. With Verstappen refusing to give up and Norris inching closer to glory, the final two rounds in Qatar and Abu Dhabi promise an electrifying finish to the season.
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