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📸 F1 accredited photographer capturing the behind the scenes of Formula One. Follow for daily F1 content and insights.
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AFTERNOON SHIFT

Oscar Piastri's final few hours of F1 action for 2025 are underway, as he hits the track for the post-season testing with Pirelli's 2026 tyres fitted to his McLaren.

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December 9, 2025 at 10:44 AM
A GREAT ROOKIE SEASON

Oliver Bearman has also clocked out of F1, accompanied by his girlfriend, Alicia. Ollie was one of the top-performing rookies this year, and he has earned himself a break from driving very fast for a few weeks at least.

#f1 #formula1 #f1testing
December 9, 2025 at 10:38 AM
OUT OF OFFICE

Charles Leclerc has finished his day of testing in Abu Dhabi and has clocked out of F1 for 2025. He left the paddock with Alexandra, and the pair will no doubt enjoy the break from the track for the next few weeks.

#f1 #formula1 #f1testing
December 9, 2025 at 10:22 AM
OUT EARLY

Ryo Hirakawa's Haas found the wall at Turn 1 just under two-and-a-half hours into testing here in Abu Dhabi. He was driving the 2025 car that raced on Sunday, while Oliver Bearman is driving the "mule car", which is used to test the 2026 Pirelli tyres.

#f1 #formula1
December 9, 2025 at 7:59 AM
NEW THREADS

Post-season testing is in full swing, and Isack Hadjar has suited up as a Red Bull driver for the first time.

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December 9, 2025 at 7:53 AM
SOAKED IN CELEBRATION

Lando Norris and the rest of the McLaren crew gathered for a group photo to mark the occasion. The moment the picture was taken, the champagne began to flow - and Lando was quickly drenched in it.

#formula1 #f1 #f1news #f1content #AbuDhabiGP #LandoNorris #McLaren
December 7, 2025 at 5:24 PM
CLOCKED OUT

Valtteri Bottas has left the paddock tonight, even though his contract with the Brackley team doesn’t end until midnight. When the clock strikes 12, he’ll officially become a Cadillac driver.

#formula1 #f1 #f1news #f1content #AbuDhabiGP #MercedesAMGf1 #ValtteriBottas
December 7, 2025 at 4:17 PM
GOODBYE DRS

Rookie driver Kimi Antonelli wasn’t able to score points today, finishing P14 - but he still etched his name into the history books for another reason: he became the final driver ever to press the DRS button.

#formula1 #f1 #f1news #f1content #AbuDhabiGP #MercedesAMGf1 #KimiAntonelli
December 7, 2025 at 4:06 PM
PAPAYA FAMILY

Oscar Piastri was gracious in defeat today as his teammate became World Champion. The two were quick to congratulate each other on the seasons they’ve had, and the celebrations continued onto the podium.

#formula1 #f1 #f1news #f1content #AbuDhabiGP #OscarPiastri #LandoNorris #McLaren
December 7, 2025 at 3:20 PM
1457 DAYS

That’s how many days Max Verstappen held the world title - but that incredible run comes to an end tonight. Speaking after the race, he expressed only pride in what he and the team had achieved.

#formula1 #f1 #f1news #f1content #AbuDhabiGP
December 7, 2025 at 3:04 PM
TOP THREE

The final podium of 2025 was made up of the top three in the Drivers’ Championship. Max Verstappen took the victory, with Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris rounding out the podium.

#formula1 #f1 #f1news #f1content #AbuDhabiGP #LandoNorris #OscarPiastri #McLaren #MaxVerstappen #RedBullRacing
December 7, 2025 at 3:00 PM
HOW IT STARTED VS HOW IT'S GOING

Lando Norris at his very first F1 race in Australia 2019, and now his most recent race in Abu Dhabi 2025 as the newest Formula 1 World Champion!

#f1 #formula1 #abudhabigp
December 7, 2025 at 2:58 PM
SEALED WITH A KISS

After completing his media duties, Lando Norris sought out his girlfriend, Magui, in the crowd. The pair shared a brief but emotional conversation before parting with a kiss as Lando headed off to the podium.

#formula1 #f1 #f1news #f1content #AbuDhabiGP #McLaren #LandoNorris
December 7, 2025 at 2:54 PM
MOTHERLY LOVE

Lando Norris’ mum, Cisca, was overjoyed as her son crossed the line to become champion today. She was also quick to offer her support to Oscar Piastri.

#formula1 #f1 #f1news #f1content #AbuDhabiGP #OscarPiastri #LandoNorris #McLaren
December 7, 2025 at 2:50 PM
A CHAMPION CROWNED

For the first time since 2008, a McLaren driver is World Drivers’ Champion.

For the first time in Formula One, Lando Norris is champion of the world.

#formula1 #f1 #f1news #f1content #AbuDhabiGP #LandoNorris #McLaren
December 7, 2025 at 2:43 PM
LANDO NORRIS, WORLD CHAMPION.

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December 7, 2025 at 2:31 PM
ONE FINAL TIME

For the final round of 2025, the lights have gone out. Oscar Piastri managed to get the better of Lando Norris and move into second place. The three title contenders are currently running as the top three.

#formula1 #f1 #f1news #f1content #AbuDhabiGP
December 7, 2025 at 1:46 PM
ALONSO POKES FUN

Before the photo was taken, Fernando treated all three title contenders to a quick back massage. His kindness then turned to mischief, as he sprayed the trio with water while they spoke to the press.

#f1 #formula1 #f1news #f1content #AbuDhabiGP #FernandoAlonso #AstonMartin
December 7, 2025 at 12:10 PM
SINNER VISITS MERCEDES

Tennis player Jannik Sinner was chatting with Toto Wolff and George Russell today, outside the Mercedes hospitality suite. He’ll be watching the race from their garage later.

#formula1 #f1 #f1news #f1content #AbuDhabiGP #MercedesAMGf1
December 7, 2025 at 9:36 AM
MERCEDES CLASS OF 2025

As is traditional in Formula One, the Mercedes team gathered this morning for their annual team photo. Both drivers sat at the front with their cars, while reserve driver Valtteri Bottas added a touch of fun at the front.

#formula1 #f1content #AbuDhabiGP #MercedesAMGf1
December 7, 2025 at 8:46 AM
VERSTAPPEN’S FINAL PUSH

Just like in the previous ten runnings of the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, Max Verstappen will be aiming to convert his pole position into victory.

#formula1 #f1 #f1news #f1content #AbuDhabiGP #MaxVerstappen #RedBullRacing
December 7, 2025 at 8:33 AM
IN HIS HANDS

Lando Norris is within touching distance of his first World Drivers’ Championship. He starts from P2 today, and if he can bring his McLaren home on the podium, he’ll be champion regardless of where his rivals finish.

#formula1 #f1 #f1news #f1content #AbuDhabiGP #LandoNorris #McLaren
December 7, 2025 at 8:26 AM
OSCAR’S SHOT AT THE CROWN

Oscar Piastri arrived for race day on what could be the day he earns his first World Drivers’ Championship. He starts from third, with both of his title rivals ahead of him.

#formula1 #f1 #f1news #f1content #AbuDhabiGP #McLaren #OscarPiastri
December 7, 2025 at 8:21 AM
WHAT IS OLLIE POINTING AT?

Oliver Bearman walked through the paddock pointing back at his entourage - but what exactly was he drawing our attention to? A bag of sweets.

#f1 #formula1 #f1news #f1content #AbuDhabiGP #Haasf1 #OllieBearman
December 7, 2025 at 8:13 AM
A CHEEKY FAREWELL

Isack Hadjar and Liam Lawson have built quite the reputation for their media antics at VCARB, with the pair filming all sorts of content for social platforms. Today, he jokingly gave a cameraman 'the finger' as he arrived.

#formula1 #f1 #f1content #AbuDhabiGP #IsackHadjar #VCARB
December 7, 2025 at 8:07 AM