Japanese Grand Prix: Verstappen Wins, Red Bull Claims Constructors' Title
Polesitter Claims Victory
Max Verstappen led from start to finish at the Japanese Grand Prix, securing his second consecutive win and ninth of the season.
The Red Bull driver converted his pole position into an early lead, followed by teammate Sergio Perez, Lando Norris (McLaren), Fernando Alonso (Aston Martin), and Carlos Sainz (Ferrari). Sainz quickly overtook George Russell (Mercedes) for sixth place on the opening lap.
Verstappen dominated the race, building a 19-second lead over Norris by the race's conclusion. Norris finished second, followed by Oscar Piastri (McLaren), Charles Leclerc (Ferrari), Lewis Hamilton (Mercedes), Sainz, and Russell.
Constructors' Title Secured
Verstappen's victory also sealed the constructors' title for Red Bull, their fifth in the hybrid era and second consecutive championship.
With four races remaining in the season, Red Bull has an unassailable lead over Ferrari and Mercedes in the constructors' standings.
Race Summary
Full results from the Formula 1 2023 Japanese Grand Prix (top 10):
1. Max Verstappen (Red Bull) 2. Lando Norris (McLaren) 3. Oscar Piastri (McLaren) 4. Charles Leclerc (Ferrari) 5. Lewis Hamilton (Mercedes) 6. Carlos Sainz (Ferrari) 7. George Russell (Mercedes) 8. Fernando Alonso (Aston Martin) 9. Esteban Ocon (Alpine) 10. Nico Hulkenberg (Haas)Verstappen also set the fastest lap of the race, with a time of 1:30.888.
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