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Max Verstappen claimed a 19th victory of the year in Formula 1’s Abu Dhabi season finale ahead of Charles Leclerc
The Dutchman won the race from pole position, finishing 17.993s ahead of Leclerc at the finish line. Sergio Perez crossed the line in second place, but was demoted to fourth due to a five-second time penalty for contact with Norris. Leclerc gave up his second place to Perez on the final lap to secure second place for Ferrari in the Constructors’ Championship. Russell was promoted to third place, with Norris finishing fifth. Piastri, Alonso, Tsunoda, Hamilton, and Stroll completed the top ten. Sainz finished 18th after a failed strategy and a pit stop on the final lap.
