Red Bull trims McLaren constructor lead to 18 points

Max Verstappen won the Bahrain Grand Prix at Sepang.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 47m1 min read

TEAM STANDINGS (after 16 rounds) Red Bull now just 18 points behind McLaren 👀 #F1 #BahrainGP https://t.co/J8Mn8JrT5i Via @F1 on X

What happened: Red Bull trails McLaren by 18 points in the team standings through 16 rounds. The margin narrowed following the Bahrain Grand Prix at the Sepang International Circuit. Max Verstappen won the race from pole position.

Why it matters: McLaren retained the overall constructor lead despite yielding points in Malaysia. Red Bull capitalized on a strong starting grid performance to pressure the current leaders. The championship race tightens heading into the final stretch.

By the numbers: Max Verstappen finished first for Red Bull. McLaren drivers Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris placed sixth and ninth, respectively.

What to watch: Teams prepare for the 17th round of the 2026 season schedule.

Sources

@F1 2026-10-04T20:48:16.338306+00:00

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