2023 Japanese Grand Prix
[5] The World Constructors' Championship leader Red Bull Racing had an opportunity to secure their sixth title, their second in a row.[6] The drivers and teams were the same as the season entry list, with the exception of Liam Lawson, who was in the seat originally held by Nyck de Vries.During the second segment, Liam Lawson, Pierre Gasly, Alexander Albon, Esteban Ocon and Kevin Magnussen were all knocked out while Charles Leclerc topped the session.During the third segment, Verstappen set the fastest lap, granting him pole position, bettering his own time by over a tenth to secure it.Both Mercedes ran wide at Spoon Curve as George Russell attempted to overtake his teammate who subsequently pitted for fresh tyres.[21][22] At this point, polesitter Max Verstappen led the field with a dominant 16 seconds ahead of second-placed Norris.Verstappen won the race 20 seconds ahead of Norris and Piastri, the latter winning his first career podium position.Through Verstappen, who also set the fastest lap, Red Bull Racing won their sixth Constructors' Championship, their second in a row.