Lando Norris topped the times in the opening session of the 2025 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, edging Max Verstappen by a tiny 0.008 seconds. Norris set his fastest lap at 1 minute 24.485 seconds around Yas Marina Circuit, showing strong pace ahead of the weekend’s title-deciding race. Verstappen and other leading drivers were close behind, promising a competitive session for fans to watch. The practice results suggest that every second will matter in qualifying and the final race, making the championship showdown between Norris and Verstappen even more thrilling for spectators at the circuit and viewers around the world.
