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View all search resultsVerstappen signs off with record-extending win in Abu Dhabi finale
Vettel brings curtain down on F1 career with points finish.
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ouble world champion Max Verstappen signed off on a dominant 2022 Formula One campaign with a record-extending 15th win of the year in Sunday’s season-ending Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, as Charles Leclerc secured second in the overall standings.
The Dutchman, who wrapped up the title last month in Japan with four races to spare, was unchallenged as he led from pole position to checkered flag.
He crossed the line 8.7 seconds ahead of Leclerc, who having made just one stop, held on to second ahead of Verstappen’s two-stopping teammate Sergio Perez to edge him out in their battle for second.
The pair had gone into the race level on points with Leclerc ahead on a countback of wins.
Sunday’s victory was the 35th of Verstappen’s career and second in a row at the Yas Marina track.
However, unlike last season, it was a straightforward race that required no safety car interruptions.
"Incredible to win again here and 15th win of the season -- unbelievable," said Verstappen.
