It's not often for a Formula 1 title to come down to the final race, but this year's Abu Dhabi Grand Prix will be the determining factor of the Drivers' Championship.
With Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri leading the ranks, McLaren was looking in good shape for a title, but you can never count out Max Verstappen. The Dutch driver has stayed in striking distance and made major moves at the Las Vegas and Qatar Grand Prix races, putting him just 12 points behind Norris heading into Abu Dhabi.
For the first time since 2010, three drivers are in legit contention for the championship this weekend. While Norris is seeking his first title, Verstappen could tie with Michael Schumacher for the most consecutive titles if he surpasses the British driver at Yas Marina Circuit.
Here's everything you need to know about the 2025 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, including TV channel and streaming options for the Formula 1 finale race.
Abu Dhabi Grand Prix start time
The 2025 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix will take place at the Yas Marina Circuit in Abu Dhabi, UAE on Sunday, December 7 and will begin at 5:00 p.m. Local time.
Here's how that start time translates across North America:
| Date | Start time | |
| Eastern Time | Sunday, Dec. 7 | 8 a.m. |
| Central Time | Sunday, Dec. 7 | 7 a.m. |
| Mountain Time | Sunday, Dec. 7 | 6 a.m. |
| Pacific Time | Sunday, Dec. 7 | 5 a.m. |
Abu Dhabi Prix TV channel, live stream
| TV channel | Streaming |
| ESPN |
In the United States, ESPN will provide live television coverage of the race. Streaming options are available on Fubo and ESPN+.
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Abu Dhabi F1 race 2025 starting grid
Check out the F1 website for the official starting grid following qualifying.
F1 race schedule 2025
| Date | Grand Prix | Track |
| Mar. 14-16 | Australia | Melbourne Grand Prix Circuit |
| Mar. 21-23 | China* | Shanghai International Circuit |
| Apr. 4-6 | Japan | Suzuka International Racing Course |
| Apr. 11-13 | Bahrain | Bahrain International Circuit |
| Apr. 18-20 | Saudi Arabia | Jeddah Corniche Circuit |
| May 2-4 | Miami* | Miami International Autodrome |
| May 16-18 | Emilia Romagna | Enzo and Dino Ferrari racetrack |
| May 23-25 | Monaco | Circuit de Monaco |
| May 30-Jun.1 | Spain | Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya |
| Jun. 13-15 | Canada | Gilles-Villeneuve Circuit |
| Jun. 27-29 | Austria | Red Bull Ring |
| Jul. 4-6 | United Kingdom | Silverstone Circuit |
| Jul. 25-27 | Belgium* | Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps |
| Aug. 1-3 | Hungary | Hungarian Ring |
| Aug. 29-31 | Netherlands | Circuit Zandvoort |
| Sep. 5-7 | Italy | National Monza Racetrack |
| Sep. 19-21 | Azerbaijan | Baku City Circuit |
| Oct. 3-5 | Singapore | Marina Bay Street Circuit |
| Oct. 17-19 | USA* | Circuit of the Americas |
| Oct. 24-26 | Mexico | Rodriguez Brothers Racetrack |
| Nov. 7-9 | Brazil* | Jose Carlos Pace Racetrack |
| Nov. 20-22 | Las Vegas | Las Vegas Strip Circuit |
| Nov. 28-30 | Qatar* | Lusail International Circuit |
| Dec. 5-7 | Abu Dhabi | Yas Marina Circuit |
*Sprint format