Norris Fastest in FP1 at Abu Dhabi GP

Lando Norris topped the opening practice for the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, setting a time of 1m24.485s on used soft tyres, surpassing Max Verstappen, his closest championship rival. This performance positions Norris to potentially win his first Formula 1 world championship, as he needs only a podium finish on Sunday to secure the title. Currently, he holds a 12-point lead over Verstappen. The upcoming race is crucial for Norris to achieve his championship goal.

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