Norris Claims First World Championship in Thrilling Abu dhabi finale
(Carlos Mendes – December 7,2025)
Abu Dhabi witnessed a dramatic end to the 2025 Formula 1 season,with Lando Norris securing his maiden World Championship despite a spirited drive from teammate Oscar Piastri,who claimed victory in the race itself. The McLaren duo delivered a captivating display of skill and sportsmanship, ultimately crowning Norris champion by a mere two points.
The race began with a bold move from Piastri, the 24-year-old Australian executing a stunning overtake on Norris at Turn 9, instantly injecting excitement into the championship decider. While Piastri pushed relentlessly, ultimately finishing 12.5 seconds behind race winner Max Verstappen, it wasn’t enough to overturn NorrisS points advantage. Verstappen’s dominant 1456-day reign as champion concluded in a nail-biting finish.
Norris, finishing a strong third ahead of a hard-charging Charles Leclerc, navigated the pressure with composure, capitalizing on a season of consistent performance. The result cemented McLaren’s position as a force to be reckoned with and validated their controversial, yet ultimately prosperous, “papaya rules” philosophy - allowing both drivers to compete fiercely but fairly. Piastri’s aggressive yet clean overtake on Norris perfectly encapsulated the spirit of their internal battle.
[Image of Lando Norris celebrating with the trophy. Alt text: Lando Norris celebrates his first Formula 1 World championship.]
“Oscar’s done an incredible job,” a visibly emotional Norris told Sky Sports after the race. “I’m glad I’ve had Oscar the last three years because, even though he’s still relatively new to it, I’ve learnt a lot from him. he showed me up many times, and I’ve managed to learn a lot from him, and I wouldn’t be the driver I am today without that.”
Norris acknowledged Piastri’s impact on his own progress, revealing that the Australian’s mid-season surge in performance pushed him to elevate his own game. “He made me have to dig even deeper then I ever have before because by the midpoint of the season he was performing better than I was and doing a
