The Dutchman left no margin for error in the final race of the 2023 season to end a record-breaking season on a high. Mercedes secured second place in the Constructors' Championship after a close battle with Ferrari down to the last moment.

The Dutch national anthem also rang out in Las Vegas as Max Verstappen took his 18th win of the season, with Leclerc finishing second after a last-lap battle with Checo Pérez.