When Is the F1 2025 Abu Dhabi GP? Full Schedule and Championship Scenarios
The 2025 Formula 1 season is heading toward an electrifying conclusion as the calendar’s 24th and final race — the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix — takes place from December 5–7 at the iconic Yas Marina Circuit, a 5.281 km track famous for its futuristic design and spectacular twilight atmosphere.
McLaren’s Strategy Misstep Shakes Up the Title Fight
Lando Norris arrived at the Qatar GP with a 25-point lead over Max Verstappen and Oscar Piastri. However, McLaren’s misjudgment during the Safety Car period dramatically shifted momentum.
While the entire grid pitted, Norris and Piastri were kept out, forcing them to complete both mandatory pit stops under green-flag conditions.
Max Verstappen capitalized on the chaos, winning the 57-lap race and reducing Norris’ championship lead to 12 points — keeping the title battle alive heading into the finale.
Championship Scenarios
- If Norris wins in Abu Dhabi, he becomes world champion regardless of Verstappen or Piastri’s results.
- For Verstappen to take the title, even with a race victory, Norris must finish fifth or lower.
- Should Piastri win, Norris needs to finish sixth or worse for the Australian to snatch the crown.
Constructors’ Standings Enter Final Clash
The fight for second place remains open:
- Mercedes: 459 points
- Red Bull: 426 points
Ferrari sits at 382 points — out of contention for second but still capable of battling Red Bull for third. Williams has already secured fifth place.
2025 Abu Dhabi GP Weekend Schedule (Local Time)
December 5 — Friday
• FP1: 12:30
• FP2: 16:00
December 6 — Saturday
• FP3: 13:30
• Qualifying: 17:00
December 7 — Sunday
• Race: 16:00