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15+ min ago (975+ words) In the 75-year history of Formula 1, the 2025 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix will mark the 32nd time the battle for the Drivers" Championship goes down to the final race of the season. While the majority of the season winners have been decided before the final race, sometimes the season becomes a nail-biting showdown that goes down to the final race of the season. Here are the top five instances in chronological order when the F1 Drivers" Championship was decided on the very last final race of the season. The title duel between'James Hunt and Niki Lauda of 1976'became an iconic showdown that was ultimately portrayed on the big screen. The polar opposite personalities battled in a 16-race-long season. Lauda"s horrific crash at the German Grand Prix, a fiery accident that nearly cost him his life, changed the trajectory of the season. Yet…...

40+ min ago (903+ words) Front Row Motorsports owner Bob Jenkins was back on the stand Thursday to testify on the fourth day of the explosive antitrust case that accuses NASCAR of being a monopolistic bully in violation of federal antitrust laws. Jenkins began his testimony Wednesday and the fast-food franchiser said he was a passionate NASCAR fan who fulfilled a longtime dream when he was finally able to own a car in the top motorsports series in the United States. But he said he has lost $100 million since becoming a team owner in the early 2000s and that's even with a 2001 victory in the Daytona 500. His love of the sport and belief that it can be profitable have kept him going, but what he believes is a no-win revenue model led Front Row to join 23XI Racing in a federal lawsuit against NASCAR. 23XI is owned by…...

46+ min ago (382+ words) Reflecting on the ongoing trial between the sanctioning body and 23XI Racing/Front Row Motorsports, Mast captured that anxiety perfectly in a post that has quickly spread across the racing world. In fact, Mast's words don't come from panic; they come from experience. A veteran of 364 Cup starts from 1988 to 2002, he lived through eras of change and evolution. However, the sport's business model and ownership rights have never been scrutinized as thoroughly as they are now. The current trial, sparked by a clash between NASCAR and the rebel teams over charter control and revenue distribution, has opened the door to unprecedented scrutiny. What once was handled behind closed doors is now being dissected publicly, line by line, under federal oversight. Following the second day of the trial, Mast took to social media to share his worries " "You know what's scary? The…...

55+ min ago (663+ words) The third day of the NASCAR trust trial in federal court in Charlotte, N.C., delivered another round of tense exchanges and high-stakes testimony. After NASCAR executive Scott Prime returned to the stand, it was Front Row Motorsports owner Bob Jenkins who turned up the heat, and he didn't hold back. Jenkins, who built his fortune in the restaurant industry before entering NASCAR ownership, adopted a similar approach to the one seen earlier from Denny Hamlin. When pressed by the sanctioning body's attorney on his team's operations, financial model, and long-term viability, Jenkins refused to fold. Instead, he redirected the scrutiny back toward the sanctioning body, calling out the highly touted Next-Gen platform and alleging it has only magnified financial pressure and operational challenges for teams. FRM majority stakeholder Jenkins may not have the star power of Michael Jordan or the media…...

1+ hour, 7+ min ago (457+ words) Dec 4, 2025 | 5:33 AM EST Dale Earnhardt Sr | Image Credits: Imago NASCAR's short-track racing action has been unmatched by any other ovals or speedways. It's a spectacle for race fans to see cars go bumper to bumper and churn out laps while conserving their tires. For some, this is the purest form of stock car racing, and it's certainly entertaining. However, the 1999 Bristol Night Race is the one that stands out from the rest. After 1992, the track at the half-mile Bristol was paved with concrete to replace the asphalt, and ever since, this surface has produced some iconic races. The night race from 1999 is famously known as the "cage rattler," largely because Dale Earnhardt was at the center of a legendary race finish. Back in the day, Bristol race wasn't a part of the playoffs. Well, to be fair, NASCAR didn't have…...

1+ hour, 15+ min ago (424+ words) Haas and Toyota already had a "technical partnership" going on, but now Toyota is also the team"s title sponsor "It"s naturally a privilege to deepen our relationship with TGR through this new title partnership agreement," said Haas team principal Ayao Komatsu. "Our working relationship to-date has been everything we hoped it would be. It"s been evidenced through our successful TPC (Testing of Previous Car) running this season but there"s been so much more going on behind the scenes too " including the development and installation of the simulator at our Banbury facility for 2026. "The cultivation of personnel, all working collaboratively between Haas F1 Team and TGR, has benefited us greatly and that"s something that will only increase as our partnership matures. We"re excited to further grow with the likes of our driver program too, and it…...

1+ hour, 44+ min ago (562+ words) FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem says he feels a sense of national pride ahead of Sunday's FIA Formula One Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix as the drivers' title race comes to a dramatic three-way conclusion in the UAE capital. With Lando Norris, Max Verstappen and Oscar Piastri set for a tense championship showdown at the Yas Marina Circuit, Ben Sulayem, the Emirati motorsport legend, is thrilled that his home country's role in F1 will be showcased for a huge international audience. "The UAE authorities have provided dedicated support for motorsport over many years, developing events that have put the country on the world sporting map, attracting competitors and spectators from around the world, and exciting F1's global fan base," said Ben Sulayem. "As an Emirati, I'm proud of my country's achievements in motorsport, as highlighted by the impact of the…...

1+ hour, 56+ min ago (498+ words) Denny Hamlin made an emotional admission about his family in court NASCAR star Denny Hamlin broke down in tears during his first day of testimony in a landmark antitrust trial, reports suggest. Hamlin, 45, co-owns 23XI Racing alongside NBA legend Michael Jordan and Front Row Motorsports. According to NBC Sports, the three-time Daytona 500 winner has called NASCAR "monopolistic bullies," alleging their revenue sharing model is unfair to race teams who often have to operate at a loss. Hamlin's team has been able to turn a profit only because of Jordan's involvement, he claimed. And emotions ran high as the legendary driver broke into tears as the first witness on Monday when he confirmed the NBA Hall of Famer's impact in the team. Hamlin said: "If I can't be successful with Michael as a partner, I knew this was never going to work....

2+ hour, 15+ min ago (134+ words) George Russell drops verdict on potential McLaren team orders in F1 title decider - McLaren's Lando Norris leads the F1 world championship by 12 points over Max Verstappen, with teammate Oscar Piastri four points further behind in third place heading into the final race of the season. - Norris needs a podium finish in Sunday's Abu Dhabi Grand Prix to secure his maiden title. - Speculation suggests McLaren could implement team orders, instructing Piastri to allow Norris to pass if necessary, despite their policy of fair treatment. - Mercedes driver George Russell argued against team orders, stating it would be unfair to both Norris and Piastri at this late stage of the season. - Russell emphasised that he would not want to win a championship by his teammate pulling over, especially if they had been rivals throughout the year....

2+ hour, 17+ min ago (500+ words) On the heels of Mercedes announcing a deal with PepsiCo, Haas has now also made a business move of its own, locking in an F1 partnership with Toyota. The 2025 season has yet to conclude, but teams are already looking ahead to next year regarding their car development and sponsorship agreements. Find out more about the latest Haas-Toyota partnership and the Japanese powerhouse's history in F1. The American racing outfit announced the news on Thursday morning. Toyota Gazoo Racing is set to become Haas's title partner in 2026, changing the team's name from MoneyGram Haas F1 Team to TGR Haas F1 Team. Toyota Gazoo Racing is the motorsport competition and research and development division of Toyota, which famously competes in endurance racing and the Dakar Rally. TOYOTA GAZOO Racing set to become team's new title partner in 2026 " MoneyGram Haas F1 Team (@HaasF1Team) December 4, 2025 The relationship will also include…...