Key events
Note Hamilton’s departureMartin Brundle drove the McLaren, with Lewis on hand to give him some tips. Apparently Brundle has driven 70 different cars during his career spanning more than 28 years in broadcasting.
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Farewell with the flower there was hope Louis Hamilton he entered the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix with Mercedes, but luck also, it seems, for his driver olorong where he finished 18th in qualifying.
The beginning
Max Verstappen already The fourth title is wrapped upAnd they would deliver it to the rulers you decide yourselfand teams were upset with the FIA. Business as usual in Formula One, but today’s season-ending race still comes loaded with potential drama.
McLaren are well placed to seal their first machine championship since 1998, with Lando Norris in pole position and his teammate Oscar Piastri in second. Ferrari are second in the standings, 21 points down, but Charles Leclerc is languishing 19th in Yas Marina after receiving a 10-place penalty for the new battle unit, plus the deletion of his last fast lap in determining for exceeding the track limits. Ferrari’s Carlos Sainz is third on the grid behind the McLarens, but the Scuderia will face what looks to be an almost impossible task.
In addition to the constructor’s title catastrophe, this is a great opportunity for British fans, since Lewis Hamilton’s McLaren is the last race. The singularly talented seven-time world champion will join Ferrari next year, but after that Toto Wolfius called it an error by qualifying team, it starts in 18th place. It will be an emotional day for Hamilton and his team as they rightfully honor past glories, McLaren as they attempt to wrap up that crown.
Lights out; 1pm UK time.