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Leclerc Picks Norris in Thrilling F1 Finale
4 Dec, 2025
Summary
- Lando Norris leads the championship by 12 points.
- Max Verstappen has a four-point lead over Oscar Piastri.
- Norris needs a podium finish to secure the title.
As the 2025 Formula 1 season culminates in Abu Dhabi, Charles Leclerc has shared his championship prediction, leaning towards Lando Norris to secure the title. Norris holds a 12-point lead over Max Verstappen, who is narrowly ahead of Oscar Piastri by four points. This intense three-way battle has seen Verstappen mount a formidable comeback in the latter half of the season, securing multiple wins and podiums.
Despite the pressure, Leclerc expressed his indecision throughout the season but ultimately settled on Norris, citing his substantial points lead. Fellow drivers George Russell and Isack Hadjar echoed this sentiment. Norris is in a strong position, needing only a podium finish in the final race to claim his maiden F1 championship, regardless of his rivals' performances.
Max Verstappen, a seasoned four-time champion, enters the finale with momentum and a relaxed mindset, having nothing to lose. To win his fifth consecutive title, he requires a 13-point advantage over Norris. Meanwhile, Oscar Piastri faces an uphill battle, needing a significant points swing and potential retirements from his rivals to have a chance at the championship.
