GREATEST RACES #2: Vettel emerges as the surprise winner in a four-way title decider – 2010 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix
A title showdown with a record four drivers in contention made for a thrilling season finale at the 2010 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.


To mark F1's 75th anniversary celebrations, F1.com is counting down the sport's 25 greatest races with a new feature every week. While you may not agree with the order, we hope you enjoy the stories of these epic races that have helped make this sport what it is today. You can read the introduction to the series and see the list of races here.
Coming in at No. 2 on our list – and just missing out on the top spot – is the 2010 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, a tense title showdown in which four drivers remained in contention for the World Championship. Anna Francis looks back on the events of a dramatic evening at the Yas Marina Circuit.
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