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Qatar Shock: Sainz Ecstatic After Unexpected Podium Finish

Qatar Shock: Sainz Ecstatic After Unexpected Podium Finish

The palpable intensity at Qatar wasn’t the only tension brewing at the late-season Grand Prix held at the Lusail International Circuit. For Carlos Sainz and the Williams Crew, this race was circled on the calendar, not with anticipation, but with a sense of dread.

Carlos Sainz News / Motorsport / December 1

Who slept best last night: Carlos Sainz

Sainz finished third again – after a weekend that turned out to be one of the most challenging for his former team You must have seen that clip from Las Vegas.

Andrea Stella News / Motorsport / December 1

Who slept worst last night: Andrea Stella 

A big mistake on tyre strategies for both McLaren drivers handed the win to Max Verstappen in Qatar  “What is McLaren doing?” – That exact line, followed

Formula One News / ESPN / November 30

McLaren's Qatar blunder has it on the brink of a 2007 rerun

In 2007, McLaren refused to favor either of its drivers, costing the team a title. After another botched call in Qatar, is history repeating itself?

Formula One News / BBC Sport / November 30

How to follow Abu Dhabi Grand Prix on the BBC

All the key BBC coverage details for the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix at Yas Marina Circuit, which takes place from 5-7 December.

Lando Norris News / F1 on SI / November 30

Lando Norris Gives Brutally Relatable Response Following Failed F1 Title Attempt

Lando Norris’ first attempt at winning the F1 title was halted after he finished fourth at the Qatar Grand Prix. After Max Verstappen claimed victory, the British driver crossed the line in fourth following a late error by Mercedes’ Kimi Antonelli, putting him 12 points ahead heading into the season finale in Abu Dhabi.

Andrea Stella News / ESPN / November 30

Stella: McLaren will learn from strategy mistakes

McLaren team principal Andrea Stella has explained the reasons behind his team's strategy blunder at the Qatar Grand Prix and promised to learn lessons from the mistake.

Formula One News / BBC Sport / November 30

'If Qatar shows anything, it shows that anything can happen'

Formula 1 is heading into its first final-race championship showdown between more than two drivers for 15 years, and anything can happen.

Formula One News / Motorsport / November 30

Winners and losers from F1's strategic 2025 Qatar Grand Prix

As McLaren scored another own goal in Qatar, Max Verstappen has personified the pantomime villain who simply refuses to go away. Here are the winners and losers from a high-stakes game of Formula 1 chess in Doha McLaren CEO Zak Brown has likened Max Verstappen to a horror movie villain.

Toto Wolff News / ESPN / November 30

Wolff furious with Red Bull's 'brainless' claim

Furious Mercedes boss Toto Wolff has lashed out at Red Bull's "brainless" claim that Kimi Antonelli deliberately moved over for Lando Norris to aid the British driver's championship challenge.

Max Verstappen News / Field Level Media / November 30
Max Verstappen wins in Qatar, boosts chances for fifth crown

Max Verstappen wins in Qatar, boosts chances for fifth crown

Defending champion Max Verstappen boosted his chances of a fifth consecutive Formula One crown by capturing the Qatar Grand Prix on Sunday. The Dutchman sliced his deficit behind championship leader Lando Norris by more than half before next weekend's final race in Abu Dhabi.

Charles Leclerc News / Motorsport / November 30

Charles Leclerc fears bleak F1 winter after brutal Qatar GP leaves him frustrated

Charles Leclerc endured a frustrating Qatar Grand Prix, lacking confidence and pace in his Ferrari all weekend Charles Leclerc felt he had no confidence in the car during what ended up being a fairly miserable Qatar Grand Prix for the Ferrari driver.  After starting from 10th, the Monegasque driver finished in eighth, taking home just four points.

Formula One News / Motorsport / November 30

Max Verstappen leans into horror villain role after Zak Brown's comments ring true

Max Verstappen shrugged off Zak Brown’s “horror movie” jibe after punishing McLaren’s Qatar GP strategy horror to drag the title fight to an Abu Dhabi

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Andrea Kimi Antonelli explains how Lando Norris overtook him in F1 Qatar GP

A mistake by Andrea Kimi Antonelli could prove decisive in the 2025 F1 title battle Andrea Kimi Antonelli has explained the mistake that cost him fourth place in Formula 1’s Qatar Grand Prix – to title contender Lando Norris’ benefit.

Formula One News / Motorsport / November 30

Toto Wolff blasts Helmut Marko on Andrea Kimi Antonelli letting by Lando Norris: "Utter nonsense"

Helmut Marko was convinced Andrea Kimi Antonelli let Lando Norris past on purpose at the end of Formula 1's Qatar Grand Prix, which Mercedes chief Toto

Oscar Piastri News / F1 on SI / November 30

Oscar Piastri 'Speechless' After Critical McLaren Blunder In Qatar Grand Prix

Oscar Piastri was left clearly frustrated after McLaren's Qatar Grand Prix strategy threw away a much-needed victory in his fight for the drivers' title.

Formula One News / Yardbarker / November 30
Verstappen dazzles in Qatar as Drivers' Championship heads to Abu Dhabi

Max Verstappen dazzles in Qatar as Drivers' Championship heads to Abu Dhabi

Verstappen is looking to secure his fifth straight championship. 

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Nico Hulkenberg Explodes After Collision With Pierre Gasly at Qatar GP

Nico Hulkenberg Explodes After Collision With Pierre Gasly at Qatar GP

Nico Hulkenberg’s 2025 Qatar Grand Prix unraveled in dramatic fashion after contact with Pierre Gasly brought his race to a sudden halt just seven laps into the evening.

Adrian Sutil News / Total Apex Sports / November 30
Tri-Nation Police Raid Ends With Arrest of Former Formula 1 Driver Adrian Sutil

Tri-Nation Police Raid Ends With Arrest of Former Formula 1 Driver Adrian Sutil

The wide world of motorsports is often littered with what could have been. You see a driver with a flash of raw talent, a glimpse of brilliance, and that’s what makes you lean forward.

Adrian Newey News / HITC / November 30
Insider warns Aston Martin are in disarray as Adrian Newey assumes key role

Insider warns Aston Martin are in disarray as Adrian Newey assumes key role

Adrian Newey is set to make his first appearance as an F1 team principal at the Qatar Grand Prix, after Aston Martin confirmed he would replace Andy Cowell.

Lewis Hamilton News / HITC / November 29
Lewis Hamilton’s nine-word interview answer has sparked new concerns inside Ferrari

Lewis Hamilton’s nine-word interview answer has sparked new concerns inside Ferrari

The seven-time world champion’s one-line answer has gone viral — and raised fresh questions inside Ferrari. Lewis Hamilton tried to find a silver lining after his latest qualifying disappointment in Qatar, and the only positive he could muster was the warm weather.

Formula One News / HITC / November 29
What Laurence Stroll told staff about Christian Horner as Newey takes control at Aston Martin

What Laurence Stroll told staff about Christian Horner as Newey takes control at Aston Martin

Stroll clarified Horner’s situation as Aston Martin confirmed a major leadership shift. Adrian Newey returned to the Aston Martin pit wall at the Qatar Grand Prix after the team revealed he will take over as team principal in 2026.

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