McLaren’s Lando Norris Wins Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, Secures Team Championship

Race Overview

In the 24th and final leg of the Formula 1 World Championship, McLaren’s British driver Lando Norris emerged victorious at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. The race took place at the 5,281-kilometer Yas Marina Circuit and consisted of 58 laps.

Race Results

Norris completed the race in 1 hour, 26 minutes, and 33.291 seconds, claiming the top spot. Ferrari’s Spanish driver Carlos Sainz finished second, trailing Norris by 5.832 seconds. Monaco’s Charles Leclerc, also driving for Ferrari, secured the third position, 31.928 seconds behind Norris.

Championship Standings

Following Norris’ victory, McLaren clinched the team championship. Red Bull’s Dutch driver Max Verstappen had previously won the drivers’ championship at the Las Vegas Grand Prix, the 22nd race of the season.

Top 5 Drivers

1. Max Verstappen (Netherlands): 437 points

2. Lando Norris (Great Britain): 374 points

3. Charles Leclerc (Monaco): 356 points

4. Oscar Piastri (Australia): 292 points

5. Carlos Sainz (Spain): 290 points

Top 5 Teams

1. McLaren: 666 points

2. Ferrari: 652 points

3. Red Bull: 589 points

4. Mercedes: 468 points

5. Aston Martin: 94 points