P1racenews AI automatic summary:
The circumstances were there for drivers to trip up during F1’s season-ending Abu Dhabi GP weekend, but some of them absolutely excelled. Edd Straw ranks the field one final time in 2023
The 2023 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix was entertaining and marked the end of the season. Despite disruptions in Friday’s running, the drivers faced enough challenges throughout the weekend. Standout performances were seen, as reflected in Edd Straw’s final F1 driver ranking of the year. The rankings are based on performance criteria and how close drivers came to reaching the maximum potential of their cars. It’s important to note that these rankings fluctuate from weekend to weekend and do not reflect the all-round qualities of each driver. Verstappen delivered a masterclass, Tsunoda finished the season on a high, Leclerc had an excellent weekend, and Russell performed well despite being ill.
