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Lando Norris Triggers War of Words With Max Verstappen as F1 Drama Unfolds in Abu Dhabi

Lando Norris Triggers War of Words With Max Verstappen as F1 Drama Unfolds in Abu Dhabi

Another race weekend, another chance for Max Verstappen to remind everyone else on the grid that the track belongs to him. This time, the stage was set at the 2025 Abu Dhabi GP season finale, and the unwilling participant in Verstappen’s world was none other than McLaren’s Lando Norris.

Stefano Domenicali News / AutoRacing1.com / December 6

Formula 1 News: More sprint races coming in 2027, Domenicali confirms

(GMM) Formula 1 CEO Stefano Domenicali (pictured) says the sport will expand its sprint format from 2027 onward as part of a broader plan to refresh race weekends.

Formula One News / HITC / December 6
Toto Wolff blames Christian Horner’s ‘entitlement’ for his Red Bull exit

Toto Wolff blames Christian Horner’s ‘entitlement’ for his Red Bull exit

The rivalry between Toto Wolff and Christian Horner reached its peak at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix four years ago, with Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen heading into the final race level on points.

Formula One News / Motorsport / December 6

Zak Brown claps back at "uninformed" Australian senator after claims McLaren favours Lando Norris

McLaren CEO Zak Brown has dismissed Australian senator Matt Canavan's claim that the team is favouring Lando Norris over Oscar Piastri McLaren Racing CEO Zak Brown has clapped back at an Australian politician after he argued the Woking outfit was giving Lando Norris more support than Oscar Piastri.

Yuki Tsunoda News / Motorsport / December 6

Yuki Tsunoda “too far away” with 17th in FP2: “I don’t know what’s going on”

Tsunoda’s last Formula 1 grand prix for now got off to a poor start Yuki Tsunoda was shocked by his underperformance in Free Practice 2 for Formula 1’s Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, with ‘one of the worst gaps’ to Red Bull team-mate Max Verstappen.

Isack Hadjar News / Motorsport / December 6

How Red Bull expects Isack Hadjar to step up: “He has to control his emotions"

Helmut Marko's recipe for newly promoted Isack Hadjar's success at Red Bull involves controlling his emotions, and punching his steering wheel less often

Zak Brown News / Field Level Media / December 5
CEO Zak Brown: McLaren will use team order if championship is on line

CEO Zak Brown: McLaren will use team order if championship is on line

McLaren Racing has made a point of treating its drivers fairly to give them every opportunity to win the Drivers championship. However, that may not be the case for Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris - two drivers fighting for the top spot -- at this weekend's Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, according to McLaren CEO Zak Brown.

Oliver Rowland News / Motorsport / December 5

Oliver Rowland ready to defend his title “in Formula E’s most competitive era”

The Nissan driver begins his Formula E title defence this weekend as the São Paulo E-Prix opens Season 12Oliver Rowland enjoyed a dominant run through

Oscar Piastri News / F1 on SI / December 5

Oscar Piastri Reveals Crucial Factor That Could Help Him Secure Abu Dhabi Pole

At the midpoint of the 2025 season, Oscar Piastri was nine points ahead of teammate Lando Norris in the race for the 2025 Drivers' Championship. A win at Zandvoort, which also saw teammate Norris retire, propelled the gap to 34 points, giving the 24-year-old strong positioning to run away with the title.

Formula One News / ESPN / December 5

Which countries have produced the most F1 champions?

The United Kingdom has produced the most F1 champions in history. Find out where other countries rank on the all-time list.

Lewis Hamilton News / Total Apex Sports / December 5
Lewis Hamilton Drops Hard Truths on Red Bull’s Latest Recruit

Lewis Hamilton Drops Hard Truths on Red Bull’s Latest Recruit

Let’s be real for a second: getting a seat at Red Bull Racing is like winning the lottery, except the prize money comes with a distinct possibility of a public meltdown and a career that ends faster than a Ferrari pit stop strategy meeting.

Lando Norris News / F1 on SI / December 5

Lando Norris Has 'Nothing To Smile About' Despite Friday Dominance In Abu Dhabi

Lando Norris has insisted he has no reason to smile yet, despite dominating Friday at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. The McLaren driver enters the Formula 1 season finale 12 points ahead of nearest rival Max Verstappen, knowing that he needs only a podium finish if the Red Bull driver wins on Sunday.

Fernando Alonso News / Motorsport / December 5

Fernando Alonso's cheeky F1 Secret Santa gift leaves fans in stitches

Fernando Alonso amused fans when he unwrapped a walking stick as his Secret Santa gift As Formula 1 prepares for the final race of the 2025 season, the drivers have exchanged gifts for Secret Santa ahead of the Christmas break.

Formula One News / FirstSportz / December 5
Carlos Sainz Snubs Max Verstappen and Names Lando Norris as 2025 F1 Championship Favorite

Carlos Sainz Snubs Max Verstappen and Names Lando Norris as 2025 F1 Championship Favorite

The driver’s title battle between Max Verstappen, Lando Norris, and Oscar Piastri is the talk of the paddock for the ultimate race of the 2025 season. Verstappen’s winning chances are slim against Norris, but they are definitely not none.

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Max Verstappen News / FirstSportz / December 5
Ex-F1 Driver Blasts McLaren Over 'Weak Mindset' Amidst Title Fight with Max Verstappen

Ex-F1 Driver Blasts McLaren Over 'Weak Mindset' Amidst Title Fight with Max Verstappen

The 2025 driver’s title battle will be extremely exciting as it will be fought for between the top three drivers in the standings. Max Verstappen will certainly be the driver to watch as he has to cover up a 12-point deficit to Lando Norris in order to win the title.

Formula One News / ESPN / December 5

F1 title contenders: How they got here and who's bound for glory in Abu Dhabi

For the first time since 2010, more than two drivers have a shot at the title in the season finale, so how did the championship protagonists get here?

Formula One News / Yardbarker / December 5
McLaren may cost itself the Drivers' Championship due to favoritism

McLaren may cost itself the Drivers' Championship due to favoritism

Oscar Piastri has a chance to win the title, but needs a miracle to do so and may have his chances hindered by his own team, which could come in the form of team orders.

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Yuki Tsunoda News / Field Level Media / December 3
Yuki Tsunoda out to 'prove I deserve a place' in F1 after Red Bull axe

Yuki Tsunoda out to 'prove I deserve a place' in F1 after Red Bull axe

F1 hasn't seen the last of Yuki Tsunoda. At least that's the mindset for the Japanese driver, who lost his race seat to Isack Hadjar after Red Bull confirmed the move on Tuesday.

Formula One News / Field Level Media / December 2
Isack Hadjar taking Yuki Tsunoda's Red Bull spot for 2026 season

Isack Hadjar taking Yuki Tsunoda's Red Bull spot for 2026 season

Isack Hadjar will replace Yuki Tsunoda as the second Red Bull competitor alongside Max Verstappen for the 2026 F1 season, the team announced Tuesday. Hadjar, 21, is wrapping up a moderately successful rookie season for Racing Bulls, Red Bull's sister team.

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