3 h. ago Norris’ date with F1 destiny arrives as he aims to keep Verstappen and Piastri at bay

He has a 12-point lead before Sunday’s Abu Dhabi GP but the British driver vows to ‘crack on’ if the title goes elsewhereThe atmosphere at a season-deciding finale in the Formula One world championship is like no other. The paddock positively hums with a febrile, pulsing excitement and sense of expectation that is impossible to ignore. Amid all of which the title favourite, Lando Norris, finds himself at the moment he has dedicated his life toward, destiny lying in his own hands.After a gruelling 23-race trek around the world, the conclusion of all the work, sacrifice and effort will be decided in just an hour and a half on Sunday afternoon in Abu Dhabi. Continue reading...

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8 h. ago McLaren will use team orders in quest for F1 world drivers’ title in Abu Dhabi

CEO Zak Brown: ‘We’re going to do what we can to win’Verstappen could pip Norris and Piastri to championshipZak Brown has said McLaren will use team orders for Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri if required to ensure the team secure the Formula One drivers’ championship in the season finale at Abu Dhabi on Sunday.With Red Bull’s Max Verstappen trailing Norris by 10 points, the Dutchman still has a good shot at taking the title from McLaren’s grasp. Piastri is a further six points back. Having spent all season allowing their drivers to race and attempting to be scrupulously fair to both, Brown announced at the Yas Marina circuit that if circumstances rendered it necessary, they would use orders. Continue reading...

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8 h. ago Lando Norris feeling positive after dominating practice at Abu Dhabi Grand Prix

The McLaren driver will secure his maiden world championship if he finishes at least third in Sunday’s race.

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8 h. ago Where Lando Norris, Max Verstappen and Oscar Piastri stand after Abu Dhabi GP first day

Friday's running at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix is in the books and Lando Norris, Max Verstappen and Oscar Piastri have spoken about how they feel ahead of Sunday's title showdown

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8 h. ago Who do you think will win the F1 title this weekend? Take our poll and have your say

For the first time in 15 years, three drivers are still in the Formula 1 title hunt on the final day with Lando Norris leading but Max Verstappen and Oscar Piastri hunting him down at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix

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9 h. ago Abu Dhabi Grand Prix: Lando Norris sets pace in practice as Max Verstappen second

Championship leader showing no nerves at Yas Marina

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9 h. ago F1 Abu Dhabi GP live: Norris pips Verstappen to top spot again in second practice

Norris sets the tone for the weekend by going fastest in both Friday practice sessions ahead of Verstappen

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9 h. ago Lando Norris lays down early marker ahead of F1 title shootout in Abu Dhabi

The McLaren driver was 0.363 seconds quicker than rival Max Verstappen in practice.

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10 h. ago Sky Sports F1's David Croft on Abu Dhabi GP title showdown and who he's backing to win

Sky Sports Formula 1 commentator David Croft gives his verdict on title contenders Lando Norris, Max Verstappen and Oscar Piastri ahead of the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix finale

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10 h. ago F1 Abu Dhabi GP live: Piastri on track for first time in second practice session

Norris sets the tone for the weekend by grasping top spot away from Verstappen in the final minutes of FP1

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12 h. ago Lando Norris edges Max Verstappen in first Abu Dhabi practice as Oscar Piastri sits out

Three-way title decider gets underway at Yas Marina

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13 h. ago F1 Abu Dhabi GP live: Norris dramatically pips Verstappen to quickest lap in opening practice

Norris sets the tone for the weekend by grasping top spot away from Verstappen in the final minutes of FP1

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13 h. ago McLaren F1 boss Zak Brown will use team orders in Abu Dhabi: ‘We’d be crazy not to’

McLaren have not prioritised Lando Norris or Oscar Piastri all season but will intervene, if required, this Sunday

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16 h. ago F1 Abu Dhabi GP live: Norris puts pressure on Piastri as Hamilton misses out in FP1

The British driver would welcome a boost from his McLaren teammate over team orders, with Max Verstappen closing in on a famous comeback and fifth F1 world drivers’ championship

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29 h. ago How can Max Verstappen win F1 title at Abu Dhabi Grand Prix?

Red Bull’s reigning champion will hope to pip McLaren pair Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri after remarkable late-season comeback

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32 h. ago Lando Norris can play it down all he likes – an F1 world title would put him among the elite

Norris was keen to underplay the significance of Sunday’s title-decider but will need his McLaren team to execute an efficient weekend to stop Max Verstappen stealing a fifth world championship. Kieran Jackson reports from Abu Dhabi

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32 h. ago Abu Dhabi GP latest as nine drivers replaced and Lando Norris talks McLaren team orders

An epic Abu Dhabi GP awaits this Sunday as McLaren's Lando Norris looks to hold off the threat of Max Verstappen and Oscar Piastri in search of a first F1 title

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32 h. ago Lando Norris rules out asking McLaren for team orders to assist him in F1 finale

Leader will not ask Piastri for help against VerstappenMcLaren to discuss all relevant scenarios in Abu DhabiLando Norris has said he would not want McLaren to have to use team orders to aid him in winning his first world championship at the season finale in Abu Dhabi this weekend. Both he and his teammate, Oscar Piastri, insisted they had not yet discussed the potential use of orders for the decisive grand prix.Norris goes into the 24th and final race of the season as favourite but still in a close, high-pressure fight with Red Bull’s Max Verstappen and Piastri, enjoying a 12-point lead on Verstappen and 16 on Piastri. Norris will take his first title if he finishes in front of both his rivals or claims third place or better. Verstappen would need to win and hope Norris finishes outside the podium places while Piastri would need to win and have Norris finish sixth or lower. Continue reading...

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32 h. ago Lando Norris rules out asking McLaren for team orders to help F1 title bid

Leader will not ask Piastri for favours against VerstappenMcLaren to discuss all relevant scenarios in Abu DhabiLando Norris would not want McLaren to have to use team orders to aid him in winning his first world championship at the season finale in Abu Dhabi this weekend. Both he and his teammate, Oscar Piastri, insisted they had not yet discussed the potential use of orders for the decisive grand prix.Norris goes into the 24th and final race of the season as favourite but still in a close, high-pressure fight with Red Bull’s Max Verstappen and Piastri, enjoying a 12-point lead on Verstappen and 16 on Piastri. Norris will take his first title if he finishes in front of both his rivals or claims third place or better. Verstappen would need to win and hope Norris finishes outside the podium places while Piastri would need to win and have Norris finish sixth or lower. Continue reading...

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33 h. ago Lando Norris makes F1 world title admission ahead of Abu Dhabi Grand Prix showdown

Title could go to one of three contenders this weekend

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