Odisha authorities suspended internet and social media in Malkangiri district. This action followed violent clashes between two villages after a headless body was found. "Anti-social elements" spread provocative messages online, escalating the situation
F1 Race: Las Vegas GP result; Verstappen takes the win, check current standings
Max Verstappen Las Vegas F1: Max Verstappen secured a crucial victory at the Las Vegas Grand Prix 2025, fending off Lando Norris who finished second. Despite Norris extending his championship lead, Verstappen's win keeps his title defence alive heading into the final two rounds. George Russell claimed third place for Mercedes.
Max Verstappen kept his title defence hopes alive by winning the Las Vegas Grand Prix 2025 on Saturday, finishing ahead of pole-sitter and championship leader Lando Norris, who secured second place. Norris lost the lead during the first lap and was unable to regain position as Verstappen crossed the finish line for his sixth win of the season.
George Russell completed the race in third, marking another strong result for Mercedes. Oscar Piastri finished fourth, extending his run without a podium to six races.
Max Verstappen set up tight title fight in final rounds
The championship fight will now continue into the final two rounds, which include a sprint race in Qatar before the season-ending Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. The race once again delivered high-speed action as the cars reached speeds of over 215 miles per hour along the Las Vegas Strip under floodlights in the event's third edition.Despite finishing second, the result worked in Norris' favour in the championship battle as he increased his lead over Oscar Piastri, who also drives for McLaren. Norris now stands at 408 points, followed by Piastri at 378. Verstappen holds third place with 366 points.
Rains add to challenge
Qualifying on Friday was disrupted by rain, forcing drivers to contend with slippery track conditions on a circuit already known for low grip. The conditions tested car control and precision throughout the session as drivers worked to avoid barriers.2025 Drivers' standings
Position Driver Nationality Team Points 1 Lando Norris GBR McLaren 408 2 Oscar Piastri AUS McLaren 378 3 Max Verstappen NED Red Bull Racing 366 4 George Russell GBR Mercedes 291 5 Charles Leclerc MON Ferrari 222 6 Lewis Hamilton GBR Ferrari 149 7 Kimi Antonelli ITA Mercedes 132 8 Alexander Albon THA Williams 73 9 Isack Hadjar FRA Racing Bulls 47 10 Nico Hulkenberg GER Kick Sauber 45 11 Carlos Sainz ESP Williams 44 12 Oliver Bearman GBR Haas F1 Team 40 13 Fernando Alonso ESP Aston Martin 40 14 Liam Lawson NZL Racing Bulls 36 15 Lance Stroll CAN Aston Martin 32 16 Esteban Ocon FRA Haas F1 Team 30 17 Yuki Tsunoda JPN Red Bull Racing 28 18 Pierre Gasly FRA Alpine 22 19 Gabriel Bortoleto BRA Kick Sauber 19 20 Franco Colapinto ARG Alpine 0 21 Jack Doohan AUS Alpine 0Add as a Reliable and Trusted News Source Add Now!
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Odisha authorities suspended internet and social media in Malkangiri district. This action followed violent clashes between two villages after a headless body was found. "Anti-social elements" spread provocative messages online, escalating the situation
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