F1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix: Full Schedule and Key Times for the Season Finale

The 2025 Formula 1 season is set for its dramatic conclusion in Abu Dhabi, where Lando Norris, Max Verstappen, and Oscar Piastri will battle for the championship title. The Yas Marina Circuit will host the final race weekend, with crucial practice sessions, qualifying, and the main event determining this year's champion.

Why it matters:

• This year's Abu Dhabi Grand Prix isn't just another race; it's the championship decider. With three drivers still in contention—Norris, Verstappen, and Piastri—the stakes couldn't be higher. Every session, from Friday practice to Sunday's race, will be critical in determining who lifts the 2025 Formula 1 title.
• The outcome will solidify legacies, mark a historic moment for one of the contenders, and provide an unforgettable end to what has been an exhilarating season.

The details:

• Friday, December 5 (Local Time):
  • Free Practice 1 (FP1): 1:30 PM
  • Free Practice 2 (FP2): 5:00 PM
• Saturday, December 6 (Local Time):
  • Free Practice 3 (FP3): 2:30 PM
  • Qualifying: 6:00 PM
• Sunday, December 7 (Local Time):
  • Abu Dhabi Grand Prix: 5:00 PM

By the numbers:

• Local Time Zone: Abu Dhabi operates on Gulf Standard Time (GST), which is GMT+4. This means local times are four hours ahead of UK time.
• UK Broadcast Times:
  • Friday, December 5:
    • FP1: 9:30 AM (GMT)
    • FP2: 1:00 PM (GMT)
  • Saturday, December 6:
    • FP3: 10:30 AM (GMT)
    • Qualifying: 2:00 PM (GMT)
  • Sunday, December 7:
    • Abu Dhabi Grand Prix: 1:00 PM (GMT)

What's next:

Fans around the world will be tuning in to see who will emerge victorious in this tightly contested championship. The Yas Marina Circuit's unique layout, combining high-speed sections with technical corners, promises a challenging and thrilling finale. All eyes will be on how the teams manage tire strategy and car performance in the warm Abu Dhabi conditions, which could be the deciding factor in crowning the 2025 Formula 1 champion.