Verstappen Dominates Race, Norris Crowned 2025 Formula 1 Champion

"The season finale proved that steady performance matters more than a single race win."

Max Verstappen won the 2025 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix at Yas Marina Circuit, finishing first ahead of Oscar Piastri in second and Lando Norris in third.

The race ran 58 laps, and Verstappen completed it in 1:26:07.469, taking the checkered flag with a strong performance. Piastri held second place, while Norris kept a steady pace to finish third — enough to secure the 2025 Formula 1 World Drivers’ Championship.

Norris ended the season with 423 points, just two points ahead of Verstappen, marking his first F1 title. This also gave McLaren their first drivers’ championship since 2008, making it a historic moment for the team.

The finale highlighted the importance of consistency. Verstappen won the race, but Norris’ steady performance across the season and in the final laps earned him the championship. It was a tense and thrilling conclusion to one of the closest F1 seasons in recent years.

With this win, Verstappen adds another Grand Prix victory to his record, while Norris celebrates a career-defining milestone and McLaren’s return to the top of Formula 1.