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F1 Results Today: NEW champion crowned as Verstappen heroics not enough at Abu Dhabi GP
Lando Norris became the 35th different world champion in F1 history by securing a crucial podium finish at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, with Max Verstappen winning the race.
Norris clinched the championship by just two points after finishing third, while Oscar Piastri also fought for position, ultimately finishing second.
The race saw intense competition, with Yuki Tsunoda’s controversial move leading to a penalty, allowing Norris to maintain his title hopes.
Verstappen’s victory was dominant, but Norris’s calculated performance ensured his championship success.
In the 2025 season, a rule change removed the fastest lap point, aiming to prevent strategic pit stops solely for securing the additional point.
As of now, Lando Norris holds the title of F1 world champion, succeeding Max Verstappen, who held the title from December 12, 2021, to December 7, 2025.
