Formula 1: Champion Hamilton aiming to end on a high in Abu Dhabi

Having clinched second place in the Championship standings in Sao Paulo, Rosberg is still expecting an exciting showdown in the last race of the season and is 11/8 to claim victory.

“I’ve had two really great weekends now in Mexico and Brazil, so I’m heading into the final race on a massive high,” Rosberg said.

“Abu Dhabi hasn’t always been an easy one for me. Of course, last year was probably my biggest disappointment – losing the title at the last moment with a mechanical problem. But I showed my speed there with pole position and I have good momentum behind me right now, so I’m aiming to end the season on a big positive this time around.

“Of course, it will be close as always with Lewis and we saw a big push from Ferrari in Sao Paulo, so it won’t be straightforward. But I’m up for a battle and hopefully we can put on a great show for the fans to end the year.”

Meanwhile, compatriot Sebastian Vettel has had a great year in Ferrari, and will be doing everything he can to sweep aside disappointment of not being able to split the two Mercedes and at 9/1 to win can take confidence from the fact that he has the most wins (three) than anyone at the Yas Marina circuit.

Best of the rest

Finnish hope Valterri Bottas was the last racer to split the top three Championship drivers up, when he finished third in Mexico and as a result has decent odds of 9/2 for a podium place.

Meanwhile, Sergio Perez has also had a breakthrough season with some impressive performances and having secured third place in Russia, he is good price at 18/1 to break up the top three once again.

Related

Reflect on a sensational season in our Formula 1 archive.

Coral’s top tip: Back Vettel to put out a marker for next season and win @ 9/1 with Coral