Williams driver Alan Jones was third, a further two points behind and Ligier driver Didier Pironi was fourth, two points behind Jones. The Constructors' Championship was led by Williams with 34 points, with second place Ligier five points behind.
In the racing standings, Alan Jones from Williams secured third spot, behind Didier Pironi of Ligier by two points. In the overall Constructors' Championship, Williams held a substantial lead of 34 points over Ligier, which trailed by five points.