Season 7 of Netflix’s ‘Drive to Survive‘ offers an exhilarating glimpse into the 2024 Formula 1 World Championship. It is a season marked by intense rivalries, strategic masterstrokes, and historic achievements. The series captures the journey of Max Verstappen as he clinches his fourth consecutive Drivers’ Championship title, solidifying his status among the sport’s legends.
When the series premiered in 2019, it provided the fans of Formula 1 an unprecedented look at the gossip and inner workings of the racing world, focusing on the 2018 Formula 1 World Championship. From highlighting the struggles of each team and their efforts to overcome them to the winning of the Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton at his fifth Drivers’ World Championship, the show did not take much time to be a fan favorite and attracted new fans to the show.
Max Verstappen’s path to glory
2024 was the season for Max Verstappen to exhibit his exceptional skills and unwavering determination toward the sport. He started the year dominantly by securing five of the first seven races. As the season progressed, McLaren’s Lando Norris became his formidable challenger, who pushed Verstappen to deliver grand performances. It is always a challenging opponent that brings out the best performance.
Verstappen’s resilience and consistency in performance were the key factors that helped him maintain his performance throughout the season, leading his championship standing. His consistent excellence became fruitful at the Las Vegas Grand Prix, where he finished in the fifth place, but it was sufficient enough to secure his fourth consecutive Drivers’ Championship Title.
These achievements have placed him in a similar spot alongside legends like Alain Prost and Sebastian Vettel, who equally boast the same title.
McLaren’s resurgence and triumph
While Verstappen dominated the Drivers’ Championship, the 2024 season also witnessed the resurgence of McLaren. The team took a strategic decision, coupled with the performance of the drivers, it played a pivotal role in their success. The season finale at the Abu Dhabi Prix was exceptional.
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Formula 1: Drive to Survive S7
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In the finale, Norris secured a commanding victory while McLaren secured their first Constructors’ Championship in 26 years. This monumental victory put McLaren on a pedestal for his win and it also helped understanding the team’s dedication and hard work.
‘Drive to Strive‘ season 7 meticulously tells the narrative of the Formula One drivers, offering the fans of the sport a peek into the struggles, challenges, strategies, and emotions that make Formula 1 a great sport. The series provided a comprehensive understanding of the inner dynamics of Verstappen’s and McLaren’s triumphs through behind-the-scene footage, interviews, and in-depth analysis.
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