During Mercedes’ dominance, fans watched Lewis Hamilton champion consecrated again and again his Formula 1. And the repetition got tired. The Brits’ celebrations were cut short on the final date of the 2021 season to take them to seven titles, while Michael Schumacher. Although another era of dominance seems to have begun: his Max Verstappen.
In Abu Dhabi 2021, the Dutchman took out his thorn and was crowned for the first time. And if there are no surprises, the Red Bull driver will win the championship twice in 2022. The superiority of the Austrian team is absolute: it has the best car and the driver. No one seems to be able to outshine him…
The SportingNews He previews what could happen until the end of the 2022 Formula 1 season. The table is set and Verstappen is hungry for glory.
What does Max Verstappen need and when could he become champion?
After the Belgian Grand Prix, on the 14th date of the World Cup, Max Verstappen looks down on everyone: has 284 points. The advantage with his pursuers is great, since his teammate, Sergio Czech Perezadd 191 and Charles LeclercFerrari hope, 186.
Including the Dutch GP, which will be held on September 4, there are eight dates and 208 points at stake (25 for each win and one more for the fastest lap): six drivers have a mathematical choice to be champion. Added to those already mentioned Carlos Sainz (171), George Russell (170) and Lewis Hamilton (146). Although the reality shows that the Dutch will be the big winner.
In case of completion of all remaining matches in third place, Max will be champion regardless of any other result. Although it is more likely that Verstappen will be crowned early and there will be no excitement until the final day.
Win two of the next five races (Netherlands, Italy, Singapore, Japan and United States) and come second in the remaining three; Red Bull driver to lift trophy in Austin with Mexico, Brazil and Abu Dhabi remaining. Of course, that could be even more to be expected if their closest rivals don’t put in good performances.
Drivers with options to be champions in 2022
| Position | Pilot | Points |
| 1 | Max Verstappen | 284 |
| two | Sergio Perez | 191 |
| 3 | Charles Leclerc | 186 |
| 4 | Carlos Sainz | 171 |
| 5 | George Russell | 170 |
| 6 | Lewis Hamilton | 146 |
