F1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix Prediction, Betting Tips & Odds 2025

And so it comes down to this.

The last race of the enthralling 2025 Formula 1 season, the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, will decide who is crowned this year’s Drivers’ Champion. Will it be the current leader, Lando Norris, who struggled to 4th place in Qatar after McLaren’s decision not to pit their two cars under the safety car in the Championship’s penultimate race?

Max Verstappen took full advantage of McLaren’s mistake to take the win ahead of Oscar Piastri, putting himself 12 points behind Norris as we head to the decider in Abu Dhabi. Piastri is 4 points further back in 3rd place overall, as the three men look set for a fantastic finale to what has been an exciting end to the season.

So, who will come out on top and win this year’s Championship? Can Norris hold on to his lead and clinch his maiden Formula 1 Drivers’ Championship, or will Verstappen or Piastri pull off an upset and seal the deal?

Read our Abu Dhabi Grand Prix prediction to find out who we think will win the race and the Championship. Our prediction includes the latest Abu Dhabi Grand Prix betting odds, as well as essential betting tips, so you won’t miss out on anything as we look forward to an exciting end to the 2025 F1 season.

🪄 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix Prediction

A few months ago, few could have predicted that Norris, Verstappen, and Piastri would all still be in contention heading into the final race of the 2025 season. Given the form Norris and Piastri showed for much of the year, it was hard to make a case for Verstappen, especially when he was 104 points behind at one stage.

That he has fought back to sit just 12 points behind Norris is a testament to him and his team. While it is still a long shot for him to win the title, it is certainly not a long shot for him to take the race win on December 7th.

His record at the Yas Marina Circuit is fantastic, having taken the race four times in a row from 2020–2023. He is also in the best form of the three, with five wins in his last eight races, and arrives in Abu Dhabi full of confidence after capitalising on McLaren’s pit-call error in Qatar.

The leading Irish betting sites agree and have made Verstappen the favourite to win the race in Abu Dhabi. Norris may still secure the Championship with a podium finish, while Piastri reminded everyone in Qatar that, on his day, he can beat anyone.

That being said, our 2025 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix prediction is another Max Verstappen race win — a result that would make him the joint-most successful driver in Abu Dhabi Grand Prix history, alongside Lewis Hamilton, with five wins.

🏎️ Abu Dhabi Grand Prix Betting Odds

Given Verstappen’s recent form, it is no surprise he is the favourite in the latest odds. Below are the most up-to-date prices for several drivers for those who enjoy F1 betting.

Before placing a wager on this season’s finale, take a look at our online bookmaker reviews. Here you will find everything from updated odds to the best free bet offers ahead of what is sure to be a huge weekend for all three title contenders.

Driver

Verstappen, Max

2.41

2.35

2.41

Norris, Lando

3.25

3.25

3.25

Piastri, Oscar

4.30

4.30

4.30

Russell, George

11.00

11.00

11.00

Antonelli, Andrea Kimi

15.00

15.00

15.00

Leclerc, Charles

26.00

26.00

26.00

Hamilton, Lewis

40.00

41.00

40.00

Driver

Verstappen, Max

2.41

2.35

2.41

Driver

Norris, Lando

3.25

3.25

3.25

Driver

Piastri, Oscar

4.30

4.30

4.30

Driver

Russell, George

11.00

11.00

11.00

Driver

Antonelli, Andrea Kimi

15.00

15.00

15.00

Driver

Leclerc, Charles

26.00

26.00

26.00

Driver

Hamilton, Lewis

40.00

41.00

40.00

🕹️ Yas Marina Circuit – Overview

The Yas Marina Circuit first hosted the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix in 2009 and has remained a fixture ever since. The 5.281 km track contains 16 turns but is defined by its almost 1.2 km straight between Turns 5 and 6. The slower sections at the start and end of the lap mean this straight is where most overtakes occur.

The race was Formula 1’s first-ever day–night event and continues to run in that format.

🧨 Race Details – 2025 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix

Below are the full race details for the season-ending Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, taking place from December 5th–7th. The first practice session will take place at 09:30 GMT on December 5th, followed by the second practice at 13:00 GMT.

On December 6th, Practice 3 takes place at 10:30 GMT, with qualifying scheduled for 14:00 GMT. The title-deciding race begins at 13:00 GMT on Sunday, December 7th, where the 2025 F1 Drivers’ Champion will be crowned.

For fans in Ireland, Sky Sports F1 is the best place to watch every session live. Channel 4 will also show extended highlights of qualifying and the race.

🎰 Betting on the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix – Our Conclusion

The major question is not just who wins the 2025 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix — which we believe will be Max Verstappen — but which of Verstappen, Lando Norris, or Oscar Piastri will walk away as World Champion.

Norris knows he only needs a podium to secure his first Championship. He is currently priced at around 1.25 for a Top 3 finish and 1.33 to win the title with our featured betting sites. Verstappen is priced at 3.50 for the title but is the favourite to win the race at 2.41.

For an outside shot, Oscar Piastri is available at 13.00 to win the Championship — but, as explained above, he needs a lot to go his way.

Verstappen is our pick to win the race, but whether that is enough to deliver another F1 title remains to be seen. Whatever happens, there should be plenty of drama and excitement as the 2025 season draws to a close.