Triumph of Lando Norris and McLaren in Abu Dhabi.
Resounding success for McLaren with Lando Norris.
ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates - This Sunday was a pivotal moment for Lando Norris and the McLaren team at the last Formula 1 Grand Prix of the season in Abu Dhabi. Norris’s victory not only beautifully wraps up the season but also positions McLaren as favorites for the upcoming championships.
Winning strategy from the first turn.
From the start, Lando Norris, who was in pole position, took the lead and maintained his front-runner position throughout the race. This strategy led McLaren to its ninth constructors’ title, the first since 1998. Norris expresses his excitement: “It’s incredible, it goes beyond my personal victory; it’s a success for the entire team. After 26 years, winning this title is really special.”
Fierce competition and Ferrari’s performance.
Despite remarkable efforts by Ferrari and Charles Leclerc, who impressively climbed from 19th to 3rd place, they were unable to surpass McLaren’s superiority this weekend. Leclerc and his team showed resilience, but Norris and McLaren dominated the race, leaving no doubt about their superiority.
McLaren prevails, Norris shines.
With this victory, Norris confirms his second place in the overall standings, while his teammate Oscar Piastri, despite a collision in the first turn and a ten-second penalty given to Max Verstappen from Red Bull, saw McLaren finish comfortably ahead of Ferrari in the constructors’ championship.
Outlook for McLaren and rivalry with Red Bull.
McLaren appears well-positioned to challenge Red Bull next year. With six wins this season, McLaren has consistently put Red Bull and Verstappen, who won nine Grand Prix, mainly at the start of the season, under constant pressure. Next year, the title battle among Norris, Piastri, and Verstappen promises to be intense.
Strong emotions for Hamilton in his last race with Mercedes.
The Grand Prix was also marked by the moving last race of Lewis Hamilton with Mercedes. Starting 16th, Hamilton made a spectacular comeback to finish fourth. Visibly moved, he received a heartfelt tribute on the Yas Marina circuit, saluting an extraordinary career with Mercedes under a dazzling fireworks display.
Conclusion: A season of challenges and sportsmanship.
The Abu Dhabi circuit was not only the scene of McLaren’s victory and the end of an era for Hamilton but also of less happy farewells for Sergio Pérez and Valterri Bottas, who both had to retire. Lance Stroll and Fernando Alonso provided solid performances, closing the season with determination.
This season’s end holds great promises for the coming year, where McLaren looks to dominate the world of F1, with Norris leading the charge.
