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Abu Dhabi GP: McLaren, Ferrari Battle for Constructors` Title

The 2024 Formula 1 season is set to conclude with the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, and several key battles are yet to be decided. The most significant of these is the fight for the constructors' championship between McLaren and Ferrari. McLaren currently leads with 640 points, 21 points ahead of Ferrari, making this a crucial weekend for both teams. A win for McLaren would mark their first constructors' title since 1998, while Ferrari is aiming for a record-extending 17th title[1].

In the drivers' standings, the focus is on the runner-up position, with Lando Norris and Charles Leclerc separated by just eight points. Norris needs to finish at least second to maintain his position, while Leclerc must win and secure the fastest lap to overtake Norris. The battle for tenth place in the drivers' standings is also intense, with Nico Hulkenberg, Pierre Gasly, Yuki Tsunoda, and Lance Stroll all in contention[1].

Lewis Hamilton is facing a challenging final race with Mercedes, as he attempts to avoid his worst-ever finish in the drivers' championship. Hamilton is currently seventh, 24 points behind his teammate George Russell, and needs a win to avoid this unwanted record. This race marks the end of Hamilton's 12-year stint with Mercedes before he moves to Ferrari in 2025[3].

The second Red Bull seat for the 2025 season is another point of interest, with Sergio Perez, Liam Lawson, and Yuki Tsunoda in the running. Perez's poor season has put his position under threat, making Lawson the front-runner for the seat[1].

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