P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Max Verstappen and Red Bull’s tactics in the Abu Dhabi F1 title decider have been explained.
Max Verstappen’s victory at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix wasn’t enough for him to win the F1 world championship.
Despite winning 8 races in the 2025 season, Verstappen fell short by just two points, with Lando Norris clinching his maiden world championship with a third-place finish.
The race drew comparisons to 2016 when Lewis Hamilton tried similar tactics to win the championship but failed to do so.
Many expected Red Bull to employ similar tactics, but Verstappen couldn’t slow down the field due to McLaren’s split tyre strategies.
Red Bull’s team principal and advisor discussed the possibility of tactics but ultimately decided to stick to their original race plan.
Overall, it was a thrilling finale that showcased the intense competition and strategic decisions in Formula 1.
