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Current standings
Mercedes sits first with 578 points, followed by Ferrari on 444. McLaren is third on 339, just seven points ahead of Red Bull, while the remaining teams are well behind the leading group.
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Mercedes’ lead reflects a season in which the team has combined front-running pace with consistent points from both cars. Ferrari remains the closest mathematical challenger, but it needs a sustained run of high-scoring weekends to create real pressure.
Battle for third
McLaren’s position is more immediately vulnerable than Mercedes’ championship lead. Red Bull’s recent victories have turned a comfortable advantage into a direct fight for third, despite McLaren entering the year as the defending champion.
Next developments
The final rounds should clarify whether Mercedes can clinch early and whether McLaren can resist Red Bull’s momentum. The championship picture will be especially sensitive to sprint results, retirements and any late-season technical developments.