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Lando Norris claimed his first Formula One world championship on December 8, 2025, finishing third in the season finale. Max Verstappen won the race but missed out on a fifth consecutive title. Norris's victory marks McLaren's first drivers' and constructors' titles since 1998, with Norris emotional after the race.
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On December 5, 2025, FIFA President Gianni Infantino awarded US President Donald Trump the first-ever FIFA Peace Prize during the 2026 World Cup draw ceremony in Washington DC. The prize recognizes Trump's efforts in brokering peace deals, including a Gaza ceasefire, despite criticism over his administration's military actions and human rights record. The event highlighted Infantino's close ties with Trump amid global controversy.
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On December 7, 2025, Lando Norris secured his first Formula 1 World Championship by finishing third at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, narrowly beating Max Verstappen by two points. Verstappen won the race from pole position, marking his eighth victory of the season, while Oscar Piastri finished third in the standings after a dramatic three-way title battle.