Mercedes driver George Russell admits he had no issues with the Halo device after using it in Hungary. read more »
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Mercedes Formula 1 junior George Russell was surprised by how good visibility was with the halo cockpit protection device after sampling it for the first time this week read more »
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The FIA's decision to insist Formula 1 adopts the halo as cockpit protection for 2018 has prompted a backlash, but several myths around the device are easily busted read more »
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Charlie Whiting and Laurent Mekies give insight into why the FIA has opted for the Halo device for 2018. read more »
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In the face of widespread criticism, the FIA admits that it is willing to revise the look of the Halo device. read more »
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The thickness of Formula 1's halo cockpit protection device could be reduced as the FIA plans to "see how much we can push" the controversial design read more »
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The head protection device, the halo is set to celebrate its debut in the 2018 F1 Championship. Many still believe that the new safety implementation goes against the DNA and... read more »
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The introduction of the Halo device in 2018 is one of the most significant and controversial regulation changes in Formula One's recent history. The device -- designed to... read more »
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Lewis Hamilton reckons Formula 1 is moving towards being a closed cockpit sport, following the FIA's decision to make the halo head protection device mandatory… read more »
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Formula 1's drivers remain split over the introduction of the Halo device from next season. read more »
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Speaking for the first time since the FIA's decision, it is clear that the drivers remain divided on the introduction of the Halo device. read more »
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By the time Formula One teams have integrated the Halo cockpit protection system into their 2018 chassis designs, the FIA is expecting the device to look more pleasing to the... read more »
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F1 Race Director Charlie Whiting says the so far "raw" halo head protection device will be aesthetically improved before its introduction, as a result of… read more »
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The introduction of the halo device for 2018 is "the end of Formula 1 as we know it", according to Jolyon Palmer read more »
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F1 drivers were quizzed about the planned introduction of the halo head protection device for the 2018 season during media day at the Hungarian Grand Prix.… read more »
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HUNGARORING -- Romain Grosjean has labelled last Wednesday's announcement that Halo will be introduced next year as "a sad day" for Formula One. Grosjean has... read more »
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The FIA have given a detailed analysis of the Halo device, claiming next season's chosen cockpit protection system can withstand the weight of 15 Formula 1 cars. read more »
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Grand Prix Drivers' Association Director Romain Grosjean has described Formula 1's decision to introduce the 'halo' head protection device in 2018 as a... read more »
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The Grand Prix Drivers Association have given their blessing to the halo cockpit protection device coming into force for 2018. read more »
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GPUpdate.net readers have overwhelmingly rejected the FIA's decision to introduce the halo head protection device in Formula 1 next season. Formula 1 has… read more »
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On the back of a lot of criticism for the decision to introduce the Halo cockpit protection device as of 2018, the FIA has moved to defend this decision, claiming it is... read more »
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The FIA has issued a statement justifying why it opted to force through the Halo device for 2018 on safety grounds. read more »
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The FIA has published a detailed argument in favour of its decision to introduce Halo for 2018, saying the device "represents the best solution to cockpit protection... read more »
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Formula 1's governing body, the FIA, has defended its decision to introduce the head protection device, dubbed the halo, in the sport next season, labelling it… read more »
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Three-time world champion Niki Lauda claims Halo device destroys the "DNA of a Formula One car". read more »
Abu Dhabi Grand Prix
7th of December 2025
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| Pos | Driver | Points |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lando Norris | 408 |
| 2 | Max Verstappen | 396 |
| 3 | Oscar Piastri | 392 |
| 4 | George Russell | 309 |
| 5 | Charles Leclerc | 230 |
| 6 | Lewis Hamilton | 152 |
| 7 | Kimi Antonelli | 150 |
| 8 | Alexander Albon | 73 |
| 9 | Carlos Sainz | 64 |
| 10 | Isack Hadjar | 51 |
| Pos | Team | Points |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | McLaren | 800 |
| 2 | Mercedes | 459 |
| 3 | Red Bull Racing | 426 |
| 4 | Ferrari | 382 |
| 5 | Williams | 137 |
| 6 | Racing Bulls | 92 |
| 7 | Aston Martin | 80 |
| 8 | Haas F1 Team | 73 |
| 9 | Kick Sauber | 68 |
| 10 | Alpine | 22 |
