Most importantly, if Max Verstappen wins his next race, there is no doubt that he is the world champion. If he fails, then the champion may still be crowned in Las Vegas, or Lando Norris may avoid it…
We show you how to:
If Verstappen finishes second, Norris must win to remain mathematically in contention.
If Verstappen finishes third, Norris has to finish second or better. However, if the Red Bull pilot sets the fastest lap, it would mean he would be crowned champion anyway.
If Verstappen finishes fourth, Norris needs at least third to keep hopes alive. If the Dutchman finishes fifth, sixth, seventh, eighth or ninth, Norris has to pass him by at least two positions. If Norris sets the fastest lap of the race, he only needs to finish just one place ahead of him and he will (theoretically) stay in the race. If Verstappen finishes tenth, Norris has to finish in the top eight. Finally, if Verstappen does not score points, Norris has to finish at least ninth, with the fastest lap, of course.
Did we mention we hate math?
