The Abu Dhabi Grand Prix preview
Last year Sebastian Vettel's title victory in Abu Dhabi was a surprise. This time around, it's long since wrapped up and the focus will be on whether Yas Marina can deliver excitement, says Sam Tremayne
What a difference 12 months makes. Last year Sebastian Vettel entered Yas Marina as a championship long-shot, but left as the sport's youngest ever world champion.
Now he returns with a second garland around his neck, the championship having been decided long ago. The German remains the only man to win a grand prix on the Yas Marina circuit, and with 11 wins from 17 races this season the numbers do little to suggest the run will be halted this weekend.
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