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Qatar Sprint Weekend Puts Norris Within Reach of F1 Title as Verstappen Closes

Tyre use is capped at 25 laps per set at Lusail, sharpening strategy for the season’s final Sprint event.

Overview

  • The penultimate round runs November 28–30 at Lusail, with the Sprint on Saturday and the Grand Prix on Sunday at 4:00pm UK time.
  • Max Verstappen sits 24 points behind leader Lando Norris and is level on points with Oscar Piastri after Las Vegas.
  • Norris can seal the championship this weekend by out-scoring both rivals sufficiently to hold at least a 26-point lead after Sunday.
  • Both McLarens were disqualified in Las Vegas for excessive plank wear, erasing their points and tightening the title fight.
  • UK fans can watch live on Sky Sports F1 or stream via NOW, with Channel 4 highlights available, while US coverage airs on ESPN networks.