The final race of the season came to an end and what a cracking race it was in Abu Dhabi. The race had everything for F1 fans across the world to enjoy. Max Verstappen finished off the season in style as he won his 15th GP. Max had a perfect season and signed off in thrilling fashion. Subsequently, Charles Leclerc finished 2nd in the race, and the WDC as he fended off the challenge from Sergio Perez.
The race was enthralling and kept fans right on the edge of their seat. There were many different battles in the race to follow, but none more exciting than Leclerc and Perez’s. Charles Leclerc held his nerve to fend off the late advances made by Checo. He finishes a roller-coaster season at P2 in the driver’s championship.
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While Perez will be disappointed, as he could not get the job done, Red Bull will be proud of the way he fought so valiantly. Moreover, he pushed Leclerc right till the last second of the race. Unfortunately, he couldn’t overtake the Monegasque and had to settle for P3 in the championship.
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Both Leclerc and Checo will hope to return next year with fresh ambitions and challenge Max Verstappen at the top. Moreover, Ferrari will also be looking to challenge the constructor’s title.
F1 Twitter reacts to Charles Leclerc and Sergio Perez’s amazing battle for P2
The excitement among the fans was uncontrollable as they poured their feelings on Twitter. They were fascinated by the close nature of the battle for P2 in WDC.
Moreover, fans praised the Ferrari driver for a “mega drive” in Abu Dhabi.
CHARLES YOU ARE A MONSTER. IN INFERIOR MACHINERY. A MEGA DRIVE! pic.twitter.com/fRCnG70V2h
— 🆑 data (@leclercdata) November 20, 2022
CHARLES LECLERC TAKES P2 IN THE CHAMPIONSHIP!!! 😍
What a STUNNING drive 👏 pic.twitter.com/k0BtqUPzEd
— Ferrari News 🐎 DANKE SEB 🇩🇪 (@FanaticsFerrari) November 20, 2022
CHARLES LECLERC P2 IN THE WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP !!!!!! pic.twitter.com/QJJLMJGdfD
— lor (@Iercsainz) November 20, 2022
Subsequently, the Monegasque driver earned plaudits for his spectacular drive.
CHARLES LECLERC
VICE CHAMPION OF THE WORLD!!!!!!!
— Matt Gallagher (@MattyWTF1) November 20, 2022
Xavi : P2!!!!!!!!
I have no words…. great job Charles. Amazing. pic.twitter.com/SwmOvMTelr
— 에클레어 (@sharr__leclerc) November 20, 2022
Charles Leclerc with a masterclass one stop drive to clinch P2 in the race and the drivers’ standings ahead of Sergio Perez – a man who drove a car that won 17 out of 22 races this year. Give Leclerc a championship worthy car and team through a whole season, please, thank you. pic.twitter.com/oxaCNygSAJ
— Taylor (@TPowling_) November 20, 2022
Subsequently, some fans just wanted to award P2 to both, Leclerc and Perez for their season.
Charles and Checo both deserved that second place, they fought so hard against all odds and their respective team
— ara 🍂 (@checosvlog) November 20, 2022
me because charles and checo can’t both be second in the championship pic.twitter.com/njqrLBxV4S
— holly¹ ☻ (@maxslegcramp) November 20, 2022
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amazing race and season from charles despite everything!! im really really proud of him and hope 2023 is even better ❤️
— 16 (@lcvedeity) November 20, 2022
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The next F1 race will return after 105 days in Bahrain. Till then, it’s time for everybody to relax, rejuvenate and return stronger. Moreover, next season will have 2 extra races and will be a long one. Do you think Max Verstappen will defend his crown or will we see a new champion next year?