2024 Formula 1 Standings: Max Verstappen and Red Bull Racing Lead After British Grand Prix
Following the 2024 British Grand Prix at Silverstone, Max Verstappen maintains his lead in the Formula 1 World Drivers’ Championship with 255 points, while Red Bull Racing continues to head the Constructors’ Championship with 373 points. Lewis Hamilton secured a victory at his home race, marking his first win since the 2021 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, according to official Formula 1 standings data.
How the Drivers’ Championship Stands After Silverstone
Max Verstappen remains at the top of the standings despite finishing second at the British Grand Prix. The Red Bull driver currently holds an 84-point advantage over his closest challenger, Lando Norris. According to the FIA official classification, the top five drivers in the standings are as follows:
- Max Verstappen (Red Bull Racing): 255 points
- Lando Norris (McLaren): 171 points
- Charles Leclerc (Ferrari): 150 points
- Carlos Sainz (Ferrari): 146 points
- Oscar Piastri (McLaren): 124 points
Lewis Hamilton’s win at Silverstone moved him to 110 points, placing him eighth in the standings, just behind teammate George Russell. This victory marks a significant shift in momentum for the Mercedes-AMG Petronas team, which has seen improved pace over the last three race weekends.
What is the Status of the Constructors’ Championship?
Red Bull Racing continues to lead the Constructors’ Championship, though their gap to rivals has narrowed as McLaren and Mercedes show increased competitiveness. The current team standings reflect the following totals:
| Team | Points |
|---|---|
| Red Bull Racing | 373 |
| Ferrari | 302 |
| McLaren | 295 |
| Mercedes | 221 |
The gap between Ferrari and McLaren has shrunk to just seven points. McLaren’s recent performance in Austria and Great Britain has allowed them to overtake Mercedes decisively and challenge Ferrari for the second position in the standings, as noted by Formula 1’s team points tracker.
Why the British Grand Prix Impacted the Season Narrative
The British Grand Prix served as a turning point for the 2024 season, highlighting the closing gap between the top teams. While Red Bull Racing began the season with a dominant performance, the introduction of technical upgrades by McLaren and Mercedes has resulted in more frequent battles for the podium.
Unlike the 2023 season, where Red Bull Racing won 21 out of 22 races, the 2024 campaign has seen four different race winners—Verstappen, Norris, Leclerc, and Hamilton—through the first 12 rounds. This parity has tightened the championship fight, forcing teams to rely on strategic tire management and rapid pit stops, as evidenced by the changing weather conditions at Silverstone that favored Hamilton’s tactical approach.
What Happens Next in the 2024 F1 Calendar?
The Formula 1 circus moves to the Hungaroring for the Hungarian Grand Prix, scheduled for July 19–21, 2024. Teams will look to capitalize on the high-downforce requirements of the Budapest circuit. Following Hungary, the series will head to Spa-Francorchamps for the Belgian Grand Prix before the mandatory summer break. With only 71 points separating second-place Ferrari from third-place McLaren, the upcoming European leg of the season is expected to influence the final podium positions in the Constructors’ Championship.