McLaren

Verstappen crushes Abu Dhabi qualifying to take crucial pole ahead of Norris and Piastri

Max Verstappen seized a vital pole position for the 2025 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, beating championship leader Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri after McLaren had led the way in practice. With Verstappen starting ahead of both McLarens for the title decider at Yas Marina, qualifying has dramatically reset the balance of power before Sunday’s showdown.

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Norris cautious despite topping both Abu Dhabi practice sessions: McLaren pace hides confidence doubts

Lando Norris set the fastest time in both free practice sessions at Yas Marina yet insists he is “not totally confident” with his McLaren. While the Briton leads the way on paper, he and team‑mate Oscar Piastri – who struggled on the soft compound – believe there is still significant work to do before qualifying and the race at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.

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Verstappen admits Red Bull “not fast enough” against Norris after Abu Dhabi 2025 Friday practice

After the first day of running at the 2025 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, Max Verstappen acknowledged that Red Bull lacked pace compared to Lando Norris’ McLaren. Despite solid long runs, the Dutchman believes the team must find performance overnight to challenge for pole and victory at Yas Marina.

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The Delicate Scenario Where Piastri Could Hold Norris’ 2025 F1 Title in His Hands

Oscar Piastri confirms McLaren has not talked internally about what happens if he alone can secure Lando Norris’ title in Abu Dhabi, leaving a delicate team-orders question hanging over a three-way fight with Max Verstappen.

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McLaren’s “Papaya Rules” Confirmed for Abu Dhabi Title Decider by Andrea Stella

Despite recent strategic setbacks, McLaren team principal Andrea Stella affirmed the team will uphold driver equity through the Abu Dhabi season finale, allowing Norris and Piastri to race freely unless one falls out of contention.

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McLaren Recruits Three Young Drivers Including New F2 Champion Leonardo Fornaroli

McLaren has expanded its Driver Development Programme with three exciting signings, including Leonardo Fornaroli, the 2025 F2 champion who achieved back-to-back titles from F3 to F2, supported by Richard Verschoor and Christian Costoya joining the talent pipeline.

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