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Verstappen Abu Dhabi penalty haunts F1 title dreams
Max Verstappen is striving for victory in the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix this weekend in an effort to secure what could be his greatest championship win.
Despite leading the race, he must overcome past mistakes at the opening turn to maintain his title fight against Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri.
In 2024, Verstappen’s aggressive maneuver at the first corner resulted in a collision with Piastri, leading to a penalty and a compromised race for both drivers.
Although the pressure is off him this weekend, a repeat of his previous errors could jeopardize his chances of winning the championship.
Verstappen must focus on controlling the race from the start to maximize his opportunity for success and potentially secure the championship title.
