Relive the dramatic finale of the 2024 Formula 2 season at Yas Marina: Duerksen’s maiden win, Bortoleto’s championship triumph, and heartbreak for Hadjar in an unforgettable showdown.<\/p>\n
The 2024 Formula 2 season came to a dramatic conclusion at Yas Marina, with the championship fight between Gabriel Bortoleto<\/a> and Isack Hadjar<\/a> delivering tension until the end.<\/p>\n Separated by just 0.5 points heading into the final race weekend, their duel mirrored iconic title showdowns in motorsport history.<\/p>\n Hadjar’s stunning comeback in recent rounds had brought him within striking distance of the Brazilian. Still, a terrible start in the Feature Race dashed his hopes, leaving Bortoleto to capitalise on his rival\u00b4s misfortune and clinch the championship.<\/p>\n Yesterday’s Sprint Race saw Josep Mar\u00eda Mart\u00ed<\/a> deliver a flawless performance, turning a fourth-place start into his maiden Formula 2 victory.<\/p>\n Mart\u00ed capitalized on a dream start, rocketing to the lead before Turn 1.<\/p>\n A fierce battle between Gabriel Bortoleto and Kush Maini for second allowed Mart\u00ed to open a comfortable gap, leading every lap to take the chequered flag.<\/p>\n Mart\u00ed reflected on his victory:<\/p>\n “Obviously super happy to get the win here at Yas Marina for the Sprint Race. It was a great start from P4, and from there it was about pacing myself and avoiding mistakes.” – Josep Marti.<\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n Bortoleto finished second, extending his championship lead to five and a half points over Isack Hadjar.<\/p>\n Paul Aron, despite securing third place for his ninth podium of the season, was mathematically eliminated from the title fight ahead of the Feature Race.<\/p>\n Kimi Antonelli<\/a>\u2019s weekend ended before it began, as the young talent was forced to withdraw from both the Sprint and Feature Races due to a sudden illness.<\/p>\n A heartbreaking conclusion to a promising F2 season, Antonelli\u2019s absence deprived fans of another potential contender in the action-packed finale.<\/p>\n READ MORE<\/strong>: Jak Crawford Sets Sights on F1 Dream with Cadillac\u2019s 2026 Entry<\/a><\/p>\n The Feature Race provided heart-stopping moments as Gabriel Bortoleto secured the 2024 Formula 2 Driver’s Championship in his rookie season.<\/p>\n Joshua Duerksen<\/a> claimed a well-earned victory, showcasing incredible composure as he managed the lead late in the race.<\/p>\n Bortoleto’s start was electrifying, surging past pole-sitter Victor Martins to take the lead. However, his early pit-stop strategy allowed Duerksen to emerge ahead.<\/p>\n Despite relentless pressure, Duerksen maintained his advantage to secure his second Formula 2 win.<\/p>\n Bortoleto\u2019s P2 finish sealed the championship for both himself and his team, Invicta Racing, marking back-to-back titles in Formula 3 and Formula 2 for the Brazilian sensation.<\/p>\n With this, Invicta Racing also claimed the Teams\u2019 Championship for the first time, narrowly holding off Campos Racing, who reduced the gap to 25.5 points over the weekend.<\/p>\n Dino Beganovic had reason to celebrate, earning his first Formula 2 podium in the Sprint Race. The Prema Racing driver\u2019s consistent performance under pressure highlighted his growth throughout the season.<\/p>\n Meanwhile, Paul Aron<\/a> faced a challenging weekend. After being disqualified from the Sprint Race due to a technical infringement, he started the Feature Race from the pit lane.<\/p>\n Despite this setback, Aron showcased his grit, climbing to finish just outside the points.<\/p>\n YOU MAY ALSO LIKE<\/strong>: History Made as F1 Academy Wraps Up a Thrilling Second Season<\/a><\/p>\n The Feature Race began with immediate drama as championship contender Isack Hadjar faced a disastrous start.<\/p>\n Lining up third on the grid, the Red Bull junior stalled as the lights went out, leaving him stranded as the rest of the field surged ahead. His car was wheeled into the pit lane, where his team frantically worked to get him back on track.<\/p>\n By the time he rejoined, Hadjar was at the back of the field, effectively ending his championship hopes.<\/p>\n Despite a valiant effort to fight his way through the pack, the Frenchman could only manage a distant finish, leaving Gabriel Bortoleto unchallenged in the F2 title race.<\/p>\n The heartbreaking moment highlighted the fine margins of motorsport, as a single mechanical misstep unravelled what had been an incredible championship campaign for Hadjar.<\/p>\n Gabriel Bortoleto<\/a> becomes the latest driver after Oscar Piastri to go back-to-back in FIA Formula 3 and Formula 2, claiming the Championship in his rookie seasons. He ends 2024 on 214.5 points in P1.<\/p>\n Isack Hadjar finishes as runner-up with 192, with Paul Aron third on 163. Zane Maloney is P4 on 140 with Jak Crawford fifth on 125 points.<\/p>\n Bortoleto reacting to his championship win:<\/p>\n \u201cF2 Champion\u2026 Thank you for everyone supporting me this season. Couldn\u2019t be happier than I am right now. Congratulations to Joshua for his first Feature Race win. Super proud, now let\u2019s enjoy. Obrigado to all the Brazilian fans and I\u2019ll see you in F1.\u201d – Gabriel Bortoleto.<\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n Invicta Racing<\/a> won the Teams\u2019 title to make it a sweep in 2024 on 288.5 points. Campos Racing finished second with 254, while MP Motorsport finished third with 220.5 points.<\/p>\n The 2024 Formula 2 season will be remembered for its breathtaking finale. Bortoleto’s championship-winning campaign was a masterclass in consistency<\/a>, with his performance echoing the intensity of the 2021 Formula 1 title fight between Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen.<\/p>\n With the curtain falling on the season, fans are left anticipating what promises to be an equally thrilling 2025.<\/p>\nDominance from Mart\u00ed: Sprint Race Triumph at Yas Marina<\/h4>\n
Antonelli Sidelined: A Weekend to Forget<\/h4>\n
Feature Race Showdown: Duerksen Seals Victory, Bortoleto Claims the Crown<\/h4>\n
Invicta Racing\u00b4s Double Triumph<\/h4>\n
Midfield Spotlight: Beganovic\u2019s Breakthrough and Aron\u2019s Recovery<\/h4>\n
Championship Hopes Stall at the Start<\/h4>\n
Championship Close-Up<\/h4>\n