Abu Dhabi’s Yas Marina Circuit is finalizing preparations for what promises to be the most internationally diverse Formula One event in its history. With just days remaining until the season finale from December 4-7, organizers anticipate surpassing last year’s attendance record of 192,000 spectators as fans converge from 105 different countries.
The championship approaches its climax with an unprecedented three-way battle between Lando Norris, Oscar Piastri, and Max Verstappen. With merely 24 points separating the current leader Norris from his rivals and 58 championship points remaining across the final two rounds, the title decision will likely occur on Yas Marina’s challenging 5.28km track.
Event organizer Ethara has transformed the Grand Prix into the region’s premier sporting spectacle, combining world-class racing with an entertainment program featuring eight headline musical acts. The 2025 lineup represents the most ambitious in the event’s history, featuring performances by Post Malone, Metallica, Katy Perry, Calvin Harris, and other international stars across multiple venues.
CEO Saif Al Noaimi emphasized the event’s significance: “Abu Dhabi Grand Prix is the most anticipated weekend on the region’s sporting calendar. The 2025 event promises to be remarkable with more fans, more racing, and exciting new experiences on and off the track.”
The operational scale involves over 40,000 professionals from UAE-based companies, including temporary structure construction teams, hospitality providers, and volunteer staff. Sustainability initiatives mark significant advancements this year, with the elimination of single-use plastic bottles and cups across all venues, replaced by sustainable alternatives and complimentary water stations. These measures support Ethara’s commitment to reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 50% before 2030 and transition to fully renewable energy by 2035.