Max Verstappen (Red Bull), Charles Leclerc (Ferrari), and Oscar Piastri (McLaren) have been at the center of some of the most exciting races this season. In this in-depth look, we explore their performances and the challenges they faced.

The Battle for the Podium - A Closer Look at the Top Drivers

Oscar Piastri: A Tricky Race and the Fight for the Podium

Oscar Piastri had a tough race, as he described. The cars at the front had similar paces, making it difficult to make inroads and overtake. He had some great moments with Charles Leclerc and was happy to end up on the podium, but it wasn't the result they were looking for. The safety cars and penalties added to the chaos, making it a challenging race.The track was fast this year, and Piastri found it easier to handle compared to last year when it was like a sauna in the car. He enjoyed the race despite not getting the desired result.

Charles Leclerc: Second Place and the Team's Performance

Charles Leclerc was happy with his second-place finish. His car's characteristics didn't suit the track well, but they managed to take some points away from McLaren. There was a controversial moment with punctures, and he was unsure whether it was debris or the kerbs that caused it. He stayed on the left in the straights to avoid the debris and was hoping for the best.Going into the final Grand Prix in Abu Dhabi, Leclerc knows it will be a tight fight. 21 points is a good lead, but anything can happen, and they'll give it their all.

Max Verstappen: A Dominant Victory and the Team's Turnaround

Max Verstappen had an amazing race. After a tough Sprint, he led from the start and had a comfortable victory. The first stint was very fast with him and Lando Norris pushing each other within 1.8 seconds. The track had a lot of grip, and the tyres held on well.There were some safety car moments that he had to handle carefully. His middle restart wasn't great due to cold tyres, but he managed to drive to the end with good pace. This weekend showed a huge swing in performance for Red Bull, and it gives them confidence going into Abu Dhabi and 2025.They've learned a lot from this year's car and will take the positives to build a better one for next year.