Verstappen Grand Finale: A record 19th victory at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix caps a fantastic Formula One season for Max Verstappen and Red Bull.
Verstappen’s unmatched success earns him his 54th career F1 win, third after Lewis Hamilton (103 wins) and Michael Schumacher (91). The 26-year-old’s fourth consecutive Yas Marina Circuit win in Abu Dhabi confirms his winning season, giving him a record 575 points and a 290-point advantage over Sergio Perez.
In a race where Verstappen led from start to finish, only Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc attempted a challenge, albeit unsuccessfully, at the first corner. The Red Bull driver reflects on the emotional significance of the season, acknowledging the farewell to the car that played a pivotal role in his success.
Red Bull’s dominance throughout the season is evident, with Verstappen sealing the drivers’ title in October, showcasing the team’s superiority. While the dream of winning every race faded with Carlos Sainz’s victory in Singapore, Red Bull secured its second consecutive constructors’ championship in September, highlighting the team’s remarkable performance.
A single-season record 20 races were won by the Red Bull vehicle at the Las Vegas Grand Prix. Verstappen’s Abu Dhabi Grand Prix finish marks Red Bull’s spectacular 2023 Formula One season as he becomes the first driver to lead over 1,000 laps.
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