Lando Norris won his first F1 world title despite Max Verstappen finishing first in the season-ending Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. Norris needed a podium finish to secure his maiden world championship and came home in P3 after his McLaren teammate Oscar Piastri passed him on the first lap.

The final race of the 2025 F1 season in Abu Dhabi saw the conclusion of a gripping title battle between Lando Norris, Oscar Piastri, and Max Verstappen.

The 26-year-old Norris became the first British champion since Lewis Hamilton in 2020, and he also denied Max Verstappen a fifth straight title.

By JEROME PUGMIRE No Formula 1 driver puts pressure on his rivals quite like Max Verstappen. The Red Bull star did it to Lewis Hamilton in 2021, winning his first title on the last lap of the

McLaren’s strategy played a key role in preventing Verstappen from adopting tactics reminiscent of Lewis Hamilton at Yas Marina

There’s been plenty of chatter about how much Lando Norris is worth now. Estimates vary one high-profile source puts his net worth at roughly US $70 million as of late 2025. That figure reflects not just his racing salary but also his growing earnings from endorsements, sponsorships, and related business ventures outside the track.

Verstappen sits 12 points adrift of Norris heading into the season finale in Abu Dhabi, after winning the Qatar Grand Prix. If Verstappen, 28, wins the race and Norris finishes off the podium, he’ll tie Michael Schumacher’s record for five consecutive world championships. And complete one of the biggest comebacks in F1 history.

Liam Lawson receives a penalty for erratic driving during the Abu Dhabi GP, adding pressure to his midfield battle in the season finale.

Formula 1 is set for a thrilling season finale at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix with all three championship protagonists together at the front of the grid. Lando Nor