2025 Abu Dhabi GP: Get latest odds and race schedule as F1 Championship battle heads to a title-deciding finale between Max Verstappen, Lando Norris, and Oscar Piastri.
Max Verstappen claimed his 70th Formula 1 victory in dramatic fashion, snatching the Qatar Grand Prix away from McLaren as the four-time world champion held off Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris. The win belonged just as much to Hannah Schmitz and Red Bull’s strategy team as it did to Verstappen himself.
Red Bull reacted instantly to the lap-7 Safety Car, opting for an early tyre change that put Verstappen in a strong position against the McLaren pair. In a surprising move, Piastri and Norris were the only drivers who stayed out under the Safety Car, a decision that ultimately shaped the rest of the race.
From that point forward, it became a tense game of cat-and-mouse. Verstappen managed the pressure and pace to perfection, pulling clear on a weekend when Piastri looked the fastest man on track. The Australian will feel frustrated, slipping to third in the championship standings after a race he had every chance of winning.
Who is the favourite to win the F1 Drivers World Championship after the Qatar Grand Prix?
At the time of publishing, Max Verstappen's odds have shortened drastically to win the F1 Drivers' Championship from 20/1 to 3/1 following his Qatar Grand Prix victory. Lando Norris remains the 1/3 betting favourite but that position has weakened from 1/6 before Sunday's Grand Prix.
Norris' McLaren teammate, Oscar Piastri, is the 14/1 underdog to claim the Drivers' Championship at the start of the final week of the F1 season. He must win the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix and hope both Norris finishes sixth or lower and Verstappen doesn't finish on the podium.
| 2025 World Championship Winner | Best Odds | Bookmaker |
|---|---|---|
| Lando Norris | 4/11 | AK Bets |
| Max Verstappen | 16/5 | AK Bets |
| Oscar Piastri | 14/1 | bet365 |
Odds last updated on 9AM Monday, 4th December.
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When is the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix?
The 2025 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix at Yas Marina Circuit concludes the season on Sunday, December 7, with the race scheduled for 13:00 UK time. Practice and qualifying sessions take place on the two preceding days. The final race is expected to decide the championship, bringing fans an exciting and potentially dramatic finish to the season.
Here’s the 2025 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix schedule in UK time:
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Friday Schedule:
Practice 1: Friday, December 5 – 10:30
Practice 2: Friday, December 5 – 14:00 -
Saturday Schedule:
Practice 3: Saturday, December 6 – 11:00
Qualifying: Saturday, December 6 – 14:00 -
Sunday Schedule:
Race: Sunday, December 7 – 13:00
How can Max Verstappen win the title + odds?
Max Verstappen can still clinch the 2025 Drivers’ Championship at Abu Dhabi, but his path is narrow. He must win the race and hope Lando Norris finishes fourth or lower. Any result below first could require both Norris and Oscar Piastri to finish poorly to keep Verstappen’s title hopes alive.
Max Verstappen continues to be the favourite to win the season finale Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, reflecting his consistency and big‑race pedigree. Current odds of 8/5 suggest a 39% implied probability of him finishing first.
How can Lando Norris win the title + odds?
Lando Norris leads the standings and holds the simplest route to the title. A podium finish at Abu Dhabi is sufficient to secure the championship, regardless of Verstappen or Piastri’s results. Even fourth place may work depending on Verstappen’s position, but Norris needs a clean, strong performance.
Bookmakers have priced him at odds of 5/2 to win the Abu Dhabi GP - among the top favourites. He is also still the bookies' favourite to win the title with odds of 10/29. With a safe, disciplined drive, Norris can wrap up his first Drivers’ Championship at the Yas Marina Circuit.
How can Oscar Piastri win the title + odds?
Oscar Piastri remains a long‑shot contender. He must win the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix and hope both Norris and Verstappen finish well outside the points. Specifically, Norris would need to finish sixth or lower and Verstappen off the podium.
Despite McLaren’s strategic misstep in Qatar, denying him a vital victory, Piastri heads into Abu Dhabi with strong momentum and confidence. The Australian is a solid bet for the race itself, priced at 7/2 to win, while his chances of securing the championship sit at 14/1.
Even second place for Piastri could suffice in very specific scenarios, but any slip-up by him or strong performances by his rivals end his chance. Despite the difficult path, the 25 points available keep his championship hopes mathematically alive, making him a risky but intriguing bet for punters.
Who is the betting favourite to win the 2025 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix?
According to the latest odds, 4-time F1 champion Max Verstappen is the favourite to win the final race with odds of 6/4. Last year's Abu Dhabi GP winner, Lando Norris, is the next favourite at 13/5 to win the race. Oscar Piastri is close behind with 7/2 odds to win the race.
| Abu Dhabi GP Winner | Best Odds | Bookmaker |
|---|---|---|
| Lando Norris | 13/5 | Betfred |
| Max Verstappen | 6/4 | BetMGM UK |
| Oscar Piastri | 7/2 | 10Bet |
Odds last updated on 9AM Monday, 4th December.
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Betting Insights for the Abu Dhabi GP
According to Oddschecker, Max Verstappen drew 41% of all bets placed to win the Driver's Championship. Oscar Piastri followed with 31%, a strong showing despite being a 14/1 underdog to win the championship. Lando Norris, despite leading the standings and being the bookmakers’ favourite, received 28% of today’s bets for the title, making him the least-backed of the three on Monday.
Similarly, for the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, betting patterns show Max Verstappen as the favourite to win by gaining 47% of all bets placed on the race winner. Lando Norris sits in a distant second with 15%, while Oscar Piastri follows closely behind at 12%.
The betting trend reflects the Dutchman's overwhelming share of confidence among bettors to win his fifth straight championship in Abu Dhabi.
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