Many are calling the 2012 F1 season a lottery but on close inspection it's quite clear that it isn't. Pirelli's apparently mysterious tyres have been cited as... read more »
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McLaren sporting director Sam Michael has dismissed the notion that Jenson Button is more sensitive to the Pirelli tyres than team-mate Lewis Hamilton read more »
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Nico Rosberg sounds very confident ahead of this weekend’s European grand prix on the streets of Valencia. The breakthrough Shanghai winner, who also finished second... read more »
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Mark Gillan, Chief Operations Engineer: Following the last two sets of race results we are keen to continue to demonstrate our team's improvement and ensure both cars come... read more »
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Paul Hembery: "Valencia could not present a bigger contrast to the street circuits that have come before it: the track is faster and the temperatures higher, with plenty... read more »
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Paul Hembery is backing Michael Schumacher, one of Pirelli's first critics, to achieve success at the upcoming European GP in Valencia... read more »
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The European Grand Prix could see the eighth different winner in as many races this season in the form of Michael Schumacher read more »
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Challenging characteristics make Grand Prix of Europe a tough one to call for tyres. read more »
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We are expecting a fairly straightforward race, with either two or three stops depending on which tactics the teams use, although one team tried a one-stopper last year. read more »
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Although the behaviour of this year’s Pirelli tyres has resulted in much action during Grands Prix, the tyre manufacturer is sure that qualifying will still be the... read more »
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Europe preview quotes: Pirelli read more »
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Michael Schumacher should be considered as a serious candidate to become Formula 1's eighth winner in Valencia this weekend - judging by his performance on the streets of... read more »
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Kamui Kobayashi admits Sauber face an uncertain time in Valencia as they don't know how their C31 or its Pirelli tyres will deal with the heat... read more »
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Kamui Kobayashi: "In Valencia it is usually very hot. I personally like that, but it is difficult to say what it means for the car and the tyres. It will be tough, that... read more »
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Bernie Ecclestone has declared himself delighted with the 2012 season so far. So far, the unpredictable races – with an unprecedented seven different drivers winning... read more »
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McLaren are reportedly able to adjust the temperature of their tyres through an adjustable opening on the wheel hub. Such a system would be useful this season given the... read more »
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Q. When did you realise on Sunday that a podium place was within grasp? Peter Sauber: Not until late on in the race. Sergio had started from 15th on the grid, so you... read more »
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Peter Sauber says Formula 1 has never been as exciting as it is at present in the 20 years he's been involved in the sport. The Sauber team has scored two podium finishes... read more »
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Pirelli expects Formula 1's leading teams to now stamp their authority on the remainder of the season - with only limited chances now of a repeat of shock results like... read more »
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Nico Rosberg says he has "no idea" which way the Championship is heading but reckons the Pirelli tyres will have a big say in the outcome... read more »
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Former F1 team boss Giancarlo Minardi says Pirelli are having too great a say in this year's Championship... read more »
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Gian Carlo Minardi adds his take on a 2012 F1 campaign unfolding seemingly at the will of its tyres. read more »
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Former team owner Gian Carlo Minardi gives his opinion on the seventh race of the 2012 season, a season seemingly to be decided by tyres and who best manages them. read more »
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Pirelli's Paul Hembery has hinted at the possibility of introducing a fifth compound in 2013. The Italian company currently supplies four slick compounds - super soft,... read more »
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Red Bull boss Christian Horner admits that his team haven't yet quite come to terms with the Pirelli tyres in what has been a "complex" season... read more »
Abu Dhabi Grand Prix
7th of December 2025
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| Pos | Driver | Points |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lando Norris | 423 |
| 2 | Max Verstappen | 421 |
| 3 | Oscar Piastri | 410 |
| 4 | George Russell | 319 |
| 5 | Charles Leclerc | 242 |
| 6 | Lewis Hamilton | 156 |
| 7 | Kimi Antonelli | 150 |
| 8 | Alexander Albon | 73 |
| 9 | Carlos Sainz | 64 |
| 10 | Fernando Alonso | 56 |
| Pos | Team | Points |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | McLaren | 833 |
| 2 | Mercedes | 469 |
| 3 | Red Bull Racing | 451 |
| 4 | Ferrari | 398 |
| 5 | Williams | 137 |
| 6 | Racing Bulls | 92 |
| 7 | Aston Martin | 89 |
| 8 | Haas F1 Team | 79 |
| 9 | Kick Sauber | 70 |
| 10 | Alpine | 22 |
