Abu Dhabi 2025: Norris crowned world champion in historic finale

Review of an Abu Dhabi Grand Prix full of twists and turns! The Yas Marina Circuit pulsated with a memorable championship finale, where Lando Norris clinched his first Formula 1 world championship. By finishing third in the race, he broke a historical curse: no leader before the final race had won the title since 1974. McLaren celebrates an exceptional double, with team principal Andrea Stella highlighting their success in stopping Max Verstappen's dominance and winning both the constructors' and drivers' world championships. The race featured Verstappen's win but also emotional moments, such as Norris's kiss with his girlfriend Margarida Corceiro after the finish. The event broke attendance records with 339,000 fans on Yas Island, while introducing environmental innovations. However, Lewis Hamilton endured a nightmare season at Ferrari, culminating in a crash in Abu Dhabi, sparking speculation about his future. In the lower categories, 16-year-old Oleksandr Bondarev became the first Ukrainian to secure back-to-back victories during a Grand Prix weekend.