Formula 1

As the curtain came down on the 2025 season, the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix delivered a title-deciding finale – with Lando Norris ultimately crowned the sport’s 35th World Champion.

F1 Hall of Fame journalist David Tremayne reflects on Lando Norris' title triumph after the McLaren racer claims the crown in Abu Dhabi.

The drivers and teams report back on the final race of the season, the 2025 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix from the Yas Marina Circuit.

Lando Norris has admitted that the long journey to his maiden championship was far from straightforward as he faced his “fair share of tough moments”, especially in the earlier part of the 24-race season.

Lando Norris secured his first world championship at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, prompting his on-track rivals to rush to congratulate him on his remarkable achievement. It's what every Formula 1 driver wishes for, and they all came together on this unique occasion to praise the Briton.

Lando Norris claimed his maiden Formula 1 Drivers' Championship in Abu Dhabi, becoming the 35th driver to achieve the feat in the sport's 75-year history.

1. Max Verstappen (Red Bull), 2. Oscar Piastri (McLaren), 3. Lando Norris (McLaren)

McLaren CEO Zak Brown claims "everything went right" in the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix title-decider, with Lando Norris securing his maiden Drivers' title after an "unbelievable race".

Laurent Mekies believes that Red Bull could not have “done anything better” at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, with the team boss labelling Max Verstappen’s victory as a “perfect race” despite the Dutchman missing out on the title by two points.

Lando Norris realised a childhood dream on Sunday night when he finished on the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix podium and bagged the points required to become the 2025 F1 World Champion.

The Abu Dhabi Grand Prix produced not only a memorable race, but also a treasure trove of top trivia to dive into.

Oscar Piastri appeared cool-headed after losing out on becoming the 2025 world champion to his teammate Lando Norris, hailing McLaren for their efforts in turning around his performance over the last two rounds.

Abu Dhabi Grand Prix winner Max Verstappen described himself as “very proud” despite narrowly missing out on the 2025 title after a spirited recovery.

Although Max Verstappen masterfully drove to victory in the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, it wasn’t enough to prevent Lando Norris from becoming the 2025 world champion as he secured third place behind Oscar Piastri.

Lando Norris has shared his emotional first reaction to winning his maiden World Championship at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, with the Briton admitting that it felt “surreal” to realise a dream he has been chasing for many years.

Lando Norris soaked up the pressure of a nervy Abu Dhabi Grand Prix to finish on the podium and in turn secure the F1 Drivers’ Championship for the first time – following rivals Max Verstappen and Oscar Piastri home.

Oscar Piastri looked in fighting form during the opening lap of the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, with the Australian making a bold overtake on team mate Lando Norris to move up into P2.

Max Verstappen confidently held onto the lead of the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix as championship leader Lando Norris was relegated to third following an extraordinary overtake by his teammate Oscar Piastri.

Joshua Duerksen claimed victory in the Yas Marina Feature Race for AIX Racing for the second season running.