The late decision to introduce the halo cockpit protection device for 2018 could make next year's Formula 1 cars late for pre-season testing, according to Force... read more »
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Force India's Otmar Szafnauer believes the "rushed" decision by the FIA to introduce Halo could jeopardise their plans for 2018. read more »
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Honda has found further performance improvements for its Formula 1 engine but is yet to decide which elements it is confident enough to introduce, says project leader Yusuke... read more »
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Jolyon Palmer believes F1 shouldn't try to "put a bubble" around the drivers as the sport pushes ahead with plans to introduce Halo in 2018. read more »
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Formula 1 could introduce standard parts to address the huge spending disparity across the grid, CEO Chase Carey has confirmed read more »
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In an exclusive talk with f1technical.net's Balazs Szabo, Pirelli's racing manager Mario Isola revealed Pirelli intends to introduce softer compounds as of the 2018... read more »
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Christian Horner believes the FIA was backed into a corner before announcing the introduction of Halo for 2018, a push the Red Bull boss is concerned could have drastic... read more »
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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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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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Leading Formula 1 drivers back the decision to introduce the controversial 'halo' head protection system next season. 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 Sauber Formula 1 team plans to introduce a significant aerodynamic update package at this weekend's Hungarian Grand Prix read more »
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Sauber will introduce a big aerodynamic update package at the Hungarian GP with Marcus Ericsson hoping that it will be a "good step" forward. 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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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 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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Toto Wolff has revealed the FIA had no choice but to introduce the Halo with pressure increasing over improving F1 safety measures. read more »
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Pascal Wehrlein confirms Sauber is planning to introduce a raft of updates to its C36 car in time for the Hungarian Grand Prix next week. read more »
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Formula 1 legend Niki Lauda slams the decision to introduce Halo cockpit protection for 2018, calling it an "overreaction". read more »
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Niki Lauda has blasted the FIA's decision to introduce the Halo cockpit safety device from the 2018 season, saying it has "destroyed" the sport for the fans. read more »
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Mercedes boss Toto Wolff believes Formula 1's governing body, the FIA, had "no choice" but to introduce the 'halo' head protection device for the 2018… read more »
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On Wednesday, the FIA confirmed it would introduce the Halo cockpit protection concept in Formula One next year. The decision was based on Halo presenting "the best... 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 |
