AutoGear
  • Latest News
  • AutoGear TV
  • Sustainable Mobility
  • Motorsports
    • Circuits
    • Rally
    • Rally raid
    • WEC
  • English
    • Português
    • Italiano
    • Français
    • Español
    • English
    • Deutsch
    • 日本語
  • STANDINGS
No Result
View All Result
AutoGear
  • Latest News
  • AutoGear TV
  • Sustainable Mobility
  • Motorsports
    • Circuits
    • Rally
    • Rally raid
    • WEC
  • English
    • Português
    • Italiano
    • Français
    • Español
    • English
    • Deutsch
    • 日本語
  • STANDINGS
No Result
View All Result
AutoGear

Gabriel Bortoleto Crowned F2 Champion in Abu Dhabi Thriller as Hadjar’s Title Hopes Stall

Harry Bright by Harry Bright
January 9, 2025
in Motorsports
Reading Time: 4 mins read
0
Gabriel Bortoleto Crowned F2 Champion in Abu Dhabi Thriller as Hadjar’s Title Hopes Stall

Formula One F1 - Abu Dhabi Grand Prix - Yas Marina Circuit, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - December 8, 2024 Invicta Racing's Gabriel Bortoleto celebrates after winning the Formula Two world championship REUTERS/Jakub Porzycki

Gabriel Bortoleto sealed the 2024 Formula 2 Drivers’ Championship in dramatic fashion at the Abu Dhabi Feature Race, triumphing over title rival Isack Hadjar after a disastrous stall on the grid ended Hadjar’s title challenge before it even began.

The Brazilian driver clinched the crown with a second-place finish, while Joshua Durksen claimed his second win of the season in a race full of twists, strategic gambles, and heartbreak.


Hadjar’s Title Hopes Stalled

Starting from third, Hadjar knew that a victory would keep his championship dreams alive. But as the lights went out, disaster struck when his Campos Racing car failed to launch. By the time he recovered, he was a lap down, leaving him out of contention for the championship.

Devastated, Hadjar voiced his frustration over team radio, calling the moment “the worst of my life.” Despite setting the fastest lap, his efforts to unlap himself and fight back proved futile as he was repeatedly overtaken by race leaders.


Durksen Steals the Show

While Bortoleto focused on securing his title, Joshua Durksen stole the limelight by executing a flawless race to claim victory. Starting behind Bortoleto, Durksen’s strategy saw him overtake the Brazilian and Victor Martins after the pit stops to cruise to victory with a commanding lead.


Bortoleto’s Calculated Drive to Glory

Bortoleto played it safe, knowing a strong finish would guarantee the title. After taking the lead on Lap 1, he managed his race carefully, even as he reported brake issues to his team. When Durksen surged past him post-pit stops, Bortoleto shifted focus to securing second place, overtaking Martins on Lap 29 and cruising home as the new F2 champion.

The ecstatic Brazilian shouted “Let’s go!” over the team radio, celebrating a dominant season that saw him rise from Formula 3 champion to F2 kingpin in just two years.


Verschoor’s Alternative Strategy Pays Off

Richard Verschoor showcased his strategic prowess, climbing through the field with an alternative strategy to claim third. After pitting late, Verschoor surged past several drivers, including Martins, to snatch the final podium spot with a series of blistering laps.


Final Classification

  1. Joshua Durksen (AIX Racing)
  2. Gabriel Bortoleto (Sauber-bound, F2 Champion)
  3. Richard Verschoor
  4. Victor Martins (Pole sitter, fell short after a slow start)
  5. Oliver Bearman
  6. Josep Maria Marti (Recovered from a near-miss in the pits)
  7. Dino Beganovic
  8. Amaury Cordeel
  9. Oliver Goethe
  10. Ritomo Miyata

A Season to Remember

Bortoleto’s victory caps a stunning season of consistency, highlighted by impressive wins and calculated drives. His rise through the ranks, from F3 champion to F2 victor, solidifies his status as a star of the future as he prepares to join Sauber in Formula 1 next year.

For Hadjar, the heartbreak in Abu Dhabi closes the chapter on a promising but ultimately unlucky season. While his dreams were dashed at the final hurdle, his raw talent and determination ensure he’ll remain a key contender in the years to come.

As the F2 season concludes, all eyes now turn to Bortoleto’s future in Formula 1, where the newly crowned champion will look to carry his momentum onto the sport’s biggest stage.

Share212Tweet133Send

Related Posts

Denny Hamlin’s Explosive Iowa Speedway Rant Exposes NASCAR’s Darkest Track Secrets
Motorsports

Denny Hamlin’s Explosive Iowa Speedway Rant Exposes NASCAR’s Darkest Track Secrets

A NASCAR race at Iowa Speedway has turned into a chaotic nightmare, with drivers struggling on the narrow, aging track...

by Miguel Cunha
August 5, 2025
Cadillac Secures Valtteri Bottas for 2026 F1 Season – Dramatic Driver Deal Unveiled
Motorsports

Cadillac Secures Valtteri Bottas for 2026 F1 Season – Dramatic Driver Deal Unveiled

Formula One F1 - Austrian Grand Prix - Red Bull Ring, Spielberg, Austria - June 26, 2025 Mercedes reserve driver...

by James Taylor
August 5, 2025
Kelly Piquet’s Mysterious Social Media Silence Unveiled – Shocking Reasons Revealed Now
Motorsports

Kelly Piquet’s Mysterious Social Media Silence Unveiled – Shocking Reasons Revealed Now

F1 Sensation Kelly Piquet Breaks Her Silence: Shocking Revelations Behind Social Media Hiatus The racing world is abuzz as Kelly...

by Redação
August 5, 2025
Billionaire F1 Power Play: Tycoon Guilty in Corruption Scandal – Shocking Details Revealed
Motorsports

Billionaire F1 Power Play: Tycoon Guilty in Corruption Scandal – Shocking Details Revealed

Singapore F1 Mogul's Shocking Guilty Plea Unveils Corruption Scandal Unfolding In a jaw-dropping turn of events, Singapore's renowned billionaire hotelier,...

by Simon Monroy
August 5, 2025

Recent News

Volkswagen desenvolve nova plataforma para veículos elétricos mais acessíveis

“VW will end the ID series and return to the old nomenclature.”

August 5, 2025
Mercedes-Benz Classe G: Já lá vão 600 mil unidades produzidas

Mercedes-Benz G-Class: 600,000 units produced so far.

August 5, 2025
Tesla lança serviço de robotáxi em Austin

Elon Musk and Tesla are facing a lawsuit from shareholders over the robotaxi.

August 5, 2025
 Primeiro veículo elétrico da Hyundai na China será lançado em setembro

The first electric vehicle from Hyundai in China will be launched in September.

August 5, 2025

Newsletter

  • PRIVACY POLICY
  • TECHNICAL INFORMATION
  • EDITORIAL STATUS
  • TERMS AND CONDITIONS

© 2023 AutoGear - Todos os direitos reservados AutoGear.

No Result
View All Result
  • Latest News
  • AutoGear TV
  • Sustainable Mobility
  • Motorsports
    • Circuits
    • Rally
    • Rally raid
    • WEC
  • English
    • Português
    • Italiano
    • Français
    • Español
    • English
    • Deutsch
    • 日本語

© 2023 AutoGear - Todos os direitos reservados AutoGear.

Enable Notifications OK No thanks