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Qatar set for tense F1 title showdown
- On Nov 28, 2025, Oscar Piastri went quickest in the sole practice session for the Qatar Grand Prix, with Lando Norris 0.058 seconds behind.
- The penultimate grand prix is a sprint weekend offering eight extra points and 33 total points, with Norris leading Piastri and Verstappen by 24 points after winning in Las Vegas.
- Fernando Alonso, Aston Martin driver, was third, 0.386 seconds behind the leader with new Aston Martin team principal Adrian Newey watching; Isack Hadjar, Racing Bulls driver, finished fifth while Lewis Hamilton, Ferrari driver, was 12th nearly nine tenths back.
- Practice set the running order into sprint qualifying, with qualifying from 2:30 p.m local time and Saturday's 25‑lap sprint race at 2030 local time .
- Verstappen's recent wins contrast with his slower practice pace, while Piastri's top showing and Norris's reduced margin keep the title fight unsettled heading into the sprint weekend.
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At the Qatar Grand Prix, Lando Norris can crown himself as Formula One World Champion for the first time. However, not only his teammate sits on his neck – but also defending champion Max Verstappen, the man with the coldest blood.
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- 45% of the sources lean Left
45% Left
L 45%
C 22%
R 33%
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