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Abu Dhabi Grand Prix 2021

How late does qualifying start for the Abu Dhabi GP?

Abu Dhabi is playing host to a title showdown between Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton this weekend. Here's all you need to know about the schedule for the remainder of the event.

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Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton are preparing to battle it out for victory - and the world title - at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.

After Friday's pair of practice sessions, attention will now turn towards qualifying, which kicks off at 17:00 local time (13:00 UK time) as the sun sets and the floodlights switch on at the modified Yas Marina Circuit.

Sunday's race will also start in twilight conditions at 17:00 local time and run for 58 laps.

2021 Abu Dhabi GP schedule

Session Day Time (GMT) Time (CET) Time (Local)
Qualifying Saturday 13:00 14:00 17:00
Race (58 laps) Sunday 13:00 14:00 17:00

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