ABU DHABI, Dec 4 - Williams racer Carlos Sainz expects friend and former McLaren teammate Lando Norris to have an edge over his Formula One championship rivals at this weekend’s title-deciding Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.

The Briton heads into the season finale at the Yas Marina circuit leading a tense three-way showdown, 12 points clear of Red Bull’s reigning champion Max Verstappen with Australian teammate Oscar Piastri a further four behind.