Verstappen's dramatic first title win as he edged out Hamilton

The thrilling 2021 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix has been ranked #11 on F1.com's 'Greatest Races' list, a special countdown celebrating F1's 75th anniversary. This iconic race provided a breathtaking and dramatic conclusion to the intense championship battle between Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton, culminating in one of the sport's most memorable finishes. As part of a weekly series unveiling the top 25 races, F1.com highlights the stories behind these epic events that have shaped Formula 1 into the global spectacle it is today. Phillip Horton recounts the full story of this pivotal Grand Prix, which remains a talking point years later.