McLaren dominates Abu Dhabi qualifying: Lando Norris clinched pole position at Yas Marina, followed closely by teammate Oscar Piastri, delivering an outstanding result for the British team. Meanwhile, Ferrari faces mounting challenges in the constructors’ championship fight.
Carlos Sainz secured an impressive third place, offering some hope for the Scuderia, but it’s a tough road ahead. Charles Leclerc, eliminated in Q2 for exceeding track limits, received a 10-place grid penalty for a battery change and will start last. This is a significant setback for Ferrari’s aspirations.
Hulkenberg surprises, Hamilton bids farewell from P17
A standout performance came from Nico Hulkenberg, who clocked the fourth-fastest time, surpassing reigning champion Max Verstappen in fifth. Pierre Gasly and George Russell rounded out the top ten.
The day ended on a somber note for Lewis Hamilton, who failed to progress past Q1. Starting from 17th in his final race with Mercedes, the seven-time world champion’s farewell marks a bittersweet end to an illustrious chapter in Formula 1.
As the season draws to a close, fans and teams are left with mixed emotions. Can Ferrari turn the tables in the race? What lies ahead for drivers like Hamilton and Leclerc?
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