Lando Norris of McLaren had a standout year, finishing second in the driver standings with 374 points. His consistent performance and ability to challenge Verstappen throughout the season marked him as a genuine title contender.
Charles Leclerc of Ferrari also had an impressive season, finishing third with 356 points. Despite Ferrari's mid-season struggles, Leclerc's consistency and several key wins, including one at Monza, were highlights of his year.
Other notable drivers include Oscar Piastri of McLaren, who finished fourth with 292 points, and Carlos Sainz of Ferrari, who secured 290 points and had a remarkable comeback win in the Australian Grand Prix just days after undergoing an appendectomy.
Looking ahead to 2025, Isack Hadjar has been confirmed to drive for Red Bull Racing, following his strong performance in Formula 2 where he finished second and secured four race victories.
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