As Sanderson continues his upward trajectory, it's fair to consider his chances of winning the Norris, given to the NHL's best defenseman.

Lando Norris will obtain the Drivers' Championship trophy tonight in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, at the annual FIA prize-giving gala, but the former world champion, Max Verstappen, will not be there.

Lando Norris became the 35th driver to win the championship, but he was not awarded the official trophy in Abu Dhabi. A replica of the trophy was on the track before the final race of the 2025 season. Instead, the 26-year-old celebrated with his third-place trophy at the Yas Marina Circuit.

McLaren's Lando Norris won the F1 2025 world championship at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, pipping Red Bull driver Max Verstappen by two points.

Lando Norris celebrated winning the Formula 1 title at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, but you won't see any photos of him with the world championship trophy on Sunday night. Why?

Lando Norris given Drivers Championship trophy at FIA Awards ceremony; 2025 runner-up Max Verstappen missed event due to illness, sent video message congratulating Norris and McLaren; watch every round of the 2026 Formula 1 season,

Now that Quinn Hughes has been traded to the Wild, the next question is about his contract. What did he say about extending in Minnesota?