George Russell on Saturday threw a spanner into the best-laid plans of the three protagonists for the drivers' title with a scorching lap to top the times in final practice for this weekend's decisive season-ending Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.

Russell tops practice times to outpace title-chasing trio

Series leader Lando Norris topped opening practice at the decisive season-ending Abu Dhabi Grand Prix on Friday but the McLaren driver cautioned "there’s nothing to smile about just yet".

Title favourite Norris reflects on 'positive' Abu Dhabi practice

Max Verstappen has won the Formula One title for the last four years but it would be far from 'more of the same' if he snatches a record-equalling fifth in a row at the Abu Dhabi season finale on Sunday.

From hunted to hunter, comeback king Verstappen chases fifth title

McLaren boss Zak Brown on Friday confirmed his team will exercise team orders to secure the drivers' title in Sunday's decisive season-ending Abu Dhabi Grand Prix if it becomes clear during the race that only one remains a contender.

McLaren will make 'practical' call on team orders in Abu Dhabi

Tsunoda could get a second chance with Red Bull after he loses his race seat at the end of the season, team boss Laurent Mekies said on Friday.

Tsunoda can hope for a second chance, says Red Bull boss

Series leader Lando Norris topped the times for McLaren ahead of title rival Max Verstappen and Ferrari's Charles Leclerc in Friday's opening practice ahead of this weekend's decisive season-ending Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.

Norris completes Abu Dhabi practice 'double top' to boost title bid

The Formula 1 world turns its eyes to Yas Marina Circuit this weekend for what promises to be one of the most dramatic season finales in recent memory.

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Lewis Hamilton on Thursday said he plans a shake-up of his team at Ferrari next year after enduring a nightmare first season with the Italians.

Hamilton plans team shake-up at Ferrari after miserable season

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