F1 2025 Qatar GP: The Race Where the Championship Battle May Finally Be Decided

27 Nov, 2025

The Formula 1 season, filled with tension and unpredictability, is approaching its climax as the grid arrives at the penultimate race — the Qatar Grand Prix. One of the most competitive title fights of recent years may be settled under the desert lights of the 5.4-kilometer Lusail International Circuit.


This weekend’s schedule is packed with action:

  • Sprint race: Saturday 14:00 CET
  • Qualifying: Saturday 18:00 CET
  • Grand Prix: Sunday 16:00 CET

Norris on the Brink of His First Championship

McLaren’s Lando Norris, who has displayed remarkable consistency throughout the year, leads the standings with 390 points. The British driver is closer than ever to taking his first world title and could mathematically secure the championship in Qatar.

Right behind him stand two major contenders:

  • Oscar Piastri – 366 points
  • Max Verstappen – 366 points

Both drivers are waiting for Norris to slip, yet the McLaren star has recently taken command of the championship fight.

Possible Scenarios

  • If Norris scores 2 more points than both Piastri and Verstappen, he will clinch the title before the season finale.
  • If he finishes inside the top seven in the sprint and wins the main race, he becomes champion regardless of other results.
  • Should there be a points tie, Norris’ superior number of race wins will hand him the crown.

Standings Before Qatar

Drivers

  1. Lando Norris – 390
  2. Oscar Piastri – 366
  3. Max Verstappen – 366
  4. George Russell – 294
  5. Charles Leclerc – 226

Constructors

  1. McLaren – 756
  2. Mercedes – 431
  3. Red Bull – 391
  4. Ferrari – 378
  5. Williams – 121

The Qatar Grand Prix is shaping up to be more than just another race — it is the ultimate showdown where months of rivalry, strategy, and passion will collide.

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