Fernando Alonso has backed the FIA's decision to introduce Halo in 2018, saying he'll take a horrible looking car if it "will save one life." 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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Several of the biggest drivers in the sport have weighed in on the decision to introduce the controversial cockpit head-protection system next season. read more »
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Sebastian Vettel thinks it would have been "ignorant and stupid" for Formula 1 not to introduce the halo, with the FIA knowing it can help save lives 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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Lewis Hamilton believes F1 is moving towards a closed-cockpit future, with Halo being just the first step. 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 race director Charlie Whiting confirms teams will be able to put non-structural fairings within 20mm of Halo. 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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Leading Formula 1 drivers back the decision to introduce the controversial 'halo' head protection system next season. read more »
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Aerodynamic fairings will improve the halo's appearance when it becomes mandatory in Formula 1 in 2018, insists FIA race director Charlie Whiting 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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Romain Grosjean maintains his opposition against the 'Halo', saying he is 'shocked' it is forging ahead despite what he believes is clear opposition. 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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The FIA have defended the decision to introduce Halo next season, adamant that it is the "best solution" to "significantly reduce the potential for injuries." read more »
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The FIA has claimed the halo is the "best solution" to "mitigate against frontal impact in the cockpit area" in a long explanatory statement released on... 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 »
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 |
