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Max Verstappen heads to the Abu Dhabi season finale just 12 points behind McLaren’s Lando Norris.
Max Verstappen warned McLaren that he does not have losing on his mind as he prepares for the intense Abu Dhabi title showdown. McLaren’s strategy mistake in the Qatar Grand Prix allowed Verstappen to snatch the win, with Oscar Piastri finishing second and title leader Lando Norris fourth. Heading into the season finale, Norris has 408 points, Verstappen has 396, and Piastri 392, setting up a thrilling title battle with more than two drivers in contention for the first time since 2010. Verstappen is aiming for a record-equalling fifth consecutive title, showing defiance after his 70th career Grand Prix victory. He expressed surprise at McLaren’s decision not to pit during the race and remained focused on winning rather than dwelling on the possibility of losing, emphasizing the importance of maintaining the best pace throughout the race to secure victory.
