Sun Dec 08 17:02:52 UTC 2024: ## McLaren Wins First F1 Constructors’ Championship Since 1998

**Abu Dhabi, UAE** – Lando Norris secured a stunning victory in the 2024 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, leading from pole to flag and delivering McLaren its first constructors’ championship in 26 years. The win ended Red Bull’s reign and capped off a remarkable turnaround for the McLaren team.

Norris’s dominant performance was enough to secure the team title, despite a strong showing from Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc, who battled his way from the back of the grid to a podium finish. Despite Leclerc’s impressive drive, Ferrari ultimately fell short of McLaren in the constructors’ standings.

Adding to the drama, Lewis Hamilton, in his final race for Mercedes before his move to Ferrari, produced a spectacular drive from the back of the field to finish fourth, overtaking his teammate George Russell in a thrilling final lap.

McLaren team principal Andrea Stella expressed his pride in the team’s achievement, highlighting the significant progress made over the past 18 months. Ferrari chairman John Elkann congratulated McLaren, acknowledging a strong season for his team, which included five race wins.

The race also saw Kevin Magnussen claim the fastest lap for Haas. The final race of the season was marked by excitement and emotion, with celebrations from McLaren and bittersweet farewells for Hamilton as he prepares for a new chapter in his career. The 2024 season featured seven different race winners, highlighting the increased competitiveness in the sport.

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