Max Verstappen claims victory at Qatar Grand Prix as Lando Norris faces penalty

Max Verstappen won the Qatar Grand Prix, marking his fourth consecutive Formula 1 title. Lando Norris, who was challenging for the lead, received a penalty for not slowing under yellow flags, which dropped him to the back of the field. Charles Leclerc finished second for Ferrari, while Norris' teammate Oscar Piastri took third. The penalty reduced McLaren's lead in the constructors' standings over Ferrari from 30 points to 21, setting up a close finish for the title in Abu Dhabi. The race featured three safety car periods and multiple incidents, including punctures for Lewis Hamilton and Carlos Sainz. Hamilton finished 12th after receiving penalties for a false start and speeding in the pit lane.