Title: 2016 Formula 1 Final Championship Rundown
Flashback to the thrilling 2016 Formula 1 finale!
Lewis Hamilton Triumphs in Abu Dhabi
The 2016 Formula 1 season came to a dramatic close with Lewis Hamilton clinching the Grand Prix of Abu Dhabi. Nico Rosberg, Hamilton's teammate, followed suit to secure the ultimate prize – the World Championship title.
Hamilton reigned supreme throughout the race, but it wasn't just a cinch as his colleagues stayed close behind. Rosberg took second place, edging out Hamilton by a mere 5 points to claim his first Drivers' Championship title, much like his father Keke did in 1982.
It's Raining Champions in Brazil
Hamilton held on to the lead in the rain-soaked Brazilian Grand Prix, securing a podium finish that positioned him second overall for the season. Sebastian Vettel and Max Verstappen settled for third and fifth place, respectively.
The top 4 teams in the Constructors' Championship – Mercedes, Red Bull, Ferrari, and Force India – battled it out fiercely throughout the season.
The Final Scoreboard
- Nico Rosberg (Germany/Mercedes) 385 Points
- Lewis Hamilton (Britain/Mercedes) 380
- Daniel Ricciardo (Australia/Red Bull) 256
- Sebastian Vettel (Germany/Ferrari) 212
- Max Verstappen (Netherlands/Red Bull) 204
- Kimi Räikkönen (Finland/Ferrari) 186
- Sergio Perez (Mexico/Force India) 101
- Valtteri Bottas (Finland/Williams) 85
- Nico Hülkenberg (Germany/Force India) 72
- Fernando Alonso (Spain/McLaren) 54
bonus data:
- Mercedes (765 Points, Champions)
- Red Bull (468 Points)
- Ferrari (398 Points)
- Force India (173 Points)
- Williams (138 Points)
- McLaren (76 Points)
- Toro Rosso (63 Points)
- Haas (29 Points)
- Renault (8 Points)
- Sauber (2 Points)
Top Drivers by Points
- Nico Rosberg (Mercedes) – 385
- Lewis Hamilton (Mercedes) – 380
- Daniel Ricciardo (Red Bull) – 256
- Sebastian Vettel (Ferrari) – 212
- Max Verstappen (Red Bull) – 204
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As Formula 1 fans bask in the glory of the 2016 final, turn your attention to these top motorsport disciplines:
- IndyCar Series: The most popular series in the U.S. featuring high-speed oval racing.
- Touring Car Racing: Globally popular, with championships like the Supercars Championship (Australia), British Touring Car Championship, and the World Touring Car Championship.
- Sports Car Racing: Known for various classes of sports cars like GT3, GT4, and LMP cars.
- Stock Car Racing: Governed by NASCAR with a premier series (NASCAR Cup Series) and feeder series such as the Xfinity Series and Craftsman Truck Series.
The Future of Motorsport
With motorsport's worldwide popularity, these top disciplines provide an exciting array of racing styles and competition levels for fans to enjoy and for individuals to pursue as drivers. These races serve as a melting pot of talent, encouraging future champions and fostering thrilling competitions.
Relevant Sources
- "How to Get Started in Motorsport." Autosport, 17 Nov. 2012, .
- "MOTORSPORT: Top 5 platforms to build an automotive brand online." Adrift, 22 Oct. 2016, .
