The 2025 Formula 1 World Championship will reach its thrilling climax this Sunday at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, with the drivers' title still fiercely contested. A dramatic Qatar Grand Prix has set the stage for a winner-takes-all finale at the Yas Marina Circuit.
Championship Standings: A Three-Way Fight Narrows
McLaren's Lando Norris retains the championship lead, but his advantage was slashed to just 12 points after a pivotal victory for Red Bull's Max Verstappen in Qatar. Verstappen's win, aided by a controversial McLaren strategy call, propelled him into second place in the standings.
The other McLaren driver, Oscar Piastri, was left frustrated after the team's decision cost him a likely race win. The Australian, who led the championship for much of the season, now sits 16 points behind his teammate Norris. The mathematics are now clear: a podium finish for Norris will secure his maiden world championship. If he finishes fourth or lower, Verstappen has a chance to complete a stunning comeback and claim a fifth consecutive title. For Piastri, his hopes now depend on winning the race and needing both his rivals to suffer poor results.
How to Watch the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix Live
The season finale takes place on Sunday 7 December. The race itself starts at 1pm GMT. For viewers in the United Kingdom, Sky Sports holds the exclusive live broadcast rights. Their full race day coverage begins at 11:30am GMT.
Sky Sports subscribers can stream every session live via the Sky Go app. If you don't have a Sky subscription, you can purchase a NOWTV Day Pass to gain access to Sky Sports coverage for the day. For fans travelling outside the UK, using a reliable VPN service may be necessary to access your usual streaming platforms.
The Final Standings Ahead of the Decider
Heading into the final round, the top of the drivers' championship is as follows:
- 1. Lando Norris (McLaren) – 408 points
- 2. Max Verstappen (Red Bull) – 396 points
- 3. Oscar Piastri (McLaren) – 392 points
- 4. George Russell (Mercedes) – 309 points
- 5. Charles Leclerc (Ferrari) – 230 points
In the constructors' championship, McLaren has already been crowned champion with an unassailable 800 points. Mercedes sits second with 459 points, just ahead of Red Bull on 426.
All eyes will now be on the desert circuit in Abu Dhabi, where one of the most gripping title battles in recent years will reach its conclusion under the floodlights.
