The highly anticipated culmination of the racing season is just on the horizon. The Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, the ultimate and intense Formula One event of the year, is gearing up to unfold from November 24 to 26. With this being the last race of the season, expect a series of thrilling moments as each driver is poised to showcase their skills and determination.
Max Verstappen, the sensation of the 2023 F1 season, has been dominating the track with a series of impressive victories. His recent triumph at the Las Vegas Grand Prix marked his 18th win of the season, solidifying Red Bull’s stronghold at the top. Currently leading the F1 Standings with an impressive 549 points, Verstappen maintains a substantial lead over the second-place holder, Sergio Perez, who sits at 273 points. The gap of 276 points underscores Red Bull’s remarkable performance.
As the season concludes, the Red Bulls claim both the first and second positions, with Lewis Hamilton of Mercedes and Carlos Sainz of Ferrari securing the third and fourth spots. Aston Martin’s Alonso follows closely in fifth place. Notably, any outcome in the Abu Dhabi race won’t impact Verstappen’s leading position. The intense competition and stellar performances throughout the season have set the stage for an equally exhilarating final race, where every driver is expected to deliver a spectacular performance. Anticipate an exhilarating conclusion to the racing season, where the intensity of the final race is sure to keep spectators at the edge of their seats until the very last moment. Don’t miss out on the year-end spectacle, as your favorite drivers gear up for a thrilling finale, aiming to conclude the season on a high note. Ensure you don’t miss out on the excitement of this grand year-end showdown.
Abu Dhabi Grand Prix 2023 – Yas Marina Circuit
- The Yas Marina Circuit is situated on Yas Island, a man-made Island in Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates. This circuit was designed by one of the most popular engineers Hermann Tike, who has designed several Formula One motor circuits. The circuit was officially inaugurated in October 2009 and hosted its first Formula One Grand Prix the same year.
- The Yas Marina Circuit hosts various motorsport events throughout the year, where it particularly hosts the Formula One Abu Dhabi GP, mostly towards the end of the season. The race here is especially known for its day-to-night format, get starts in the late afternoon and ends under the floodlights.
- The Yas Marina Circuit is known for its challenging layout, with long straights and a variety of corners, which run in an anti-clockwise direction. The current configuration of the Yas Marina Circuit is as follows:
Circuit Length | 5.554 km |
Race Distance | 305.355 km |
Number of Laps | 55 |
- Max Verstappen etched his mark on the Yas Marina Circuit during the 2021 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix with an outstanding lap record of 1:26.103. As a seasoned competitor, Verstappen enters the upcoming race armed with the advantage of this impressive feat. Anticipate him pushing the limits once more to surpass his own record in this latest showdown. Clear your schedule and make sure to witness every exciting event unfold until the very last lap.
F1 2023: Live Stream of Abu Dhabi Grand Prix
ESPN and ESPN Deportes deliver live coverage for F1 2023 in the United States. In addition, the ESPN+ OTT platform also provides live streaming.
Sky Sports and C4 are the official broadcasters of Formula 1 in the United Kingdom. Sky Sports’ online platform will stream the races.
Star Sports Network will air the event in the Indian subcontinent. In addition, the Disney+ Hotstar app will also live stream the entire race weekend.
Fox Sports, Foxtel, and Kayo will broadcast the event live in Australia.
Japan will see Fuji TV and DAZN broadcast the event.
Fans in the Netherlands, Estonia, Finland, Iceland, Lithuania, and Sweden can witness the races on the Viaplay network.
Canal+ is the go-to network for the F1 2023 live stream in France.
In addition, bet365.com offers an Abu Dhabi GP live stream for active bettors on race day.
F1 2023 Schedule for Abu Dhabi Grand Prix
November 24, 2023 (Friday)
FIA Formula 4 UAE | Practice Session | 09:45 – 10:30 |
FIA Formula 2 | Practice Session | 11:05 – 11:50 |
Paddock Club | Paddock Club Track Tour | 12:00 – 12:30 |
Paddock Club | Paddock Club Pit Lane Walk | 12:00 – 13:00 |
FIA | F1 Car Presentation | 12:00 – 13:00 |
Formula 1 | Bonhams’ Auction – Historic Car Demonstration | 12:45 – 13:00 |
FORMULA 1 | FIRST PRACTICE SESSION | 13:30 – 14:30 |
FIA Formula 2 | Qualifying Session | 15:00 – 15:30 |
Formula 1 | Teams’ Press Conference | 15:00 – 16:00 |
Paddock Club | Paddock Club Track Tour | 15:40 – 16:10 |
Paddock Club | Paddock Club Pit Lane Walk | 15:40 – 16:35 |
FIA Formula 2 | Press Conference | 16:20 – 16:50 |
FORMULA 1 | SECOND PRACTICE SESSION | 17:00 – 18:00 |
FIA Formula 4 UAE | Qualifying Session | 18:30 – 19:00 |
Formula 1 | MSC Virtuosa F1 Experiences Track Tour, Trophy Photo & Pit Lane Walk | 19:15 – 20:45 |
November 25, 2023 (Saturday)
FIA Formula 4 UAE | First Race (28 Mins +1 Lap) | 11:50 – 12:25 |
Formula 1 | Team Pit Stop Practice | 13:00 – 13:30 |
Paddock Club | Paddock Club Track Tour | 13:00 – 13:30 |
Paddock Club | Paddock Club Pit Lane Walk | 13:00 – 14:00 |
Formula 1 | Bonhams’ Auction – Historic Car Demonstration | 13:30 – 13:45 |
FORMULA 1 | THIRD PRACTICE SESSION | 14:30 – 15:30 |
FIA Formula 2 | Sprint Race (23 Laps or 45 Mins +1 Lap) | 16:20 – 17:10 |
FIA Formula 2 | Press Conference | 17:30 – 18:00 |
FORMULA 1 | QUALIFYING SESSION | 18:00 – 19:00 |
Formula 1 | Press Conference | 19:00 – 20:00 |
Paddock Club | Paddock Club Pit Lane Walk | 19:15 – 20:00 |
Paddock Club | Paddock Club Track Tour | 19:30 – 20:15 |
F1 Experiences | F1 Experiences Pit Lane Walk & Trophy Photo | 20:00 – 21:00 |
Formula 1 | Bonhams F1 Auction | 20:30 – 23:00 |
November 26, 2023 (Sunday)
FIA Formula 4 UAE | Second Race (28 Mins +1 Lap) | 11:40 – 12:15 |
FIA Formula 2 | Feature Race (33 Laps or 60 Mins +1 Lap) | 13:15 – 14:20 |
Formula 1 | End of Year F1 Drivers’ Photograph | 14:45 – 14:50 |
Paddock Club | Paddock Club Pit Lane Walk | 14:45 – 15:45 |
Formula 1 | Drivers’ Parade | 14:50 – 15:20 |
FIA Formula 2 | Press Conference | 15:30 – 16:00 |
Formula 1 | National Anthem | 16:46 – 16:48 |
FORMULA 1 | GRAND PRIX (58 LAPS OR 120 MINS) | 17:00 – 19:00 |
Note – Abu Dhabi is 4 hours ahead of UTC. The timetable is subject to change.
F1 2023 Abu Dhabi GP – Predictions
In the recent Las Vegas Grand Prix, Max Verstappen showcased his prowess by securing the top position, leaving Charles Leclerc of Ferrari and Sergio Perez of Red Bull in his wake in second and third places, respectively. The race also witnessed a remarkable turn of events for Alpine, as Pierre Gasly started in P4 and Esteban Ocon outside the points, but Ocon surged to fourth place while Gasly finished in P11. Carlos Sainz and Lewis Hamilton, initially expected to clinch fifth place, found themselves in the sixth and seventh positions in the Las Vegas results. However, the dynamics might shift in this upcoming race.
Looking ahead to the 2023 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, the anticipation is high for Max Verstappen to cross the finish line first. The second position could be well-suited for the seasoned veteran Fernando Alonso of Aston Martin, given his consistent recent performances. Sergio Perez, representing Red Bull, stands a good chance of securing the third spot in the Abu Dhabi race. Carlos Sainz, Lewis Hamilton, McLaren, and Norris are contenders for the remaining positions based on their track records. With these compelling storylines, the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix promises to be enthralling until the very last lap, ensuring that the season concludes on a high note filled with excitement and anticipation.
