The Race F1 Podcast Abu Dhabi GP: How Norris was crowned champion
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Dec 7, 2025 
Jon Noble, a seasoned motorsport reporter, joins to unravel the thrilling conclusion of the 2025 F1 world championship. The discussion dives into Lando Norris's emotional journey to victory, exploring if he truly deserves the title amidst his mid-season struggles. The panel debates how this win might impact Norris's confidence and future performance while comparing champion mindsets. The episode also touches on Max Verstappen's race strategy and McLaren's clever tactics, creating a rich tapestry of racing insights and behind-the-scenes drama.
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Championship Is A Team Achievement
- Lando Norris's championship reflects a combined driver-and-team achievement rather than pure individual dominance.
- Mark Hughes emphasizes Norris earned it through peaks of top form and rebuilding after early-season struggles.
Norris's Raw Post-Race Reaction
- Scott Mitchell-Malm describes Norris's emotional, raw press-conference reaction after the title win.
- He spent nearly 40–45 minutes doing broadcaster interviews then returned visibly relieved and tearful in the press room.
Title Could Reset Norris's Baseline
- Winning may unlock Norris's confidence and raise his new baseline performance for future seasons.
- Scott warns the title could either sustain higher consistency or be followed by a different motivational phase.