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Constructors' Standings Shake-Up After Sao Paulo
21 Nov
Summary
- Ferrari dropped from second to fourth in the constructors' standings.
- Mercedes moved up to second place following recent races.
- Close competition in the midfield sees Aston Martin and Sauber neck-and-neck.
The Formula 1 constructors' championship experienced notable shifts following the Sao Paulo Grand Prix. McLaren had already secured their championship title. However, the battle for second place saw Ferrari drop from the runner-up spot to fourth, with Mercedes seizing second position after being third previously.
Red Bull made a significant climb into third place in the standings. This advancement was largely fueled by Max Verstappen's exceptional drive, which secured him a podium finish in the recent Sao Paulo race. The team's performance has propelled them higher in the competitive field.
In the tightly contested midfield, Williams maintains a comfortable fifth position. However, the gap between seventh-placed Aston Martin and ninth-placed Sauber is a mere 10 points. Haas is also in close pursuit, trailing Aston Martin by just two points, highlighting the fierce competition further down the grid.
