LOOK: Dramatic qualifying ahead of Abu Dhabi Grand Prix at Yas Marina Circuit
Verstappen takes the advantage over Hamilton as fans roar on favourites
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Max Verstappen powered to pole position at Yas Marina Circuit on Saturday
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The Red Bull driver's title rival Lewis Hamilton had to settle for second on the grid
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Aston Martin's Sebestian Vettel scraped into Q2 in the last seconds but failed to get further
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There were plenty of Hamilton fans in the packed stands
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But it was the Verstappen clan that was ultimately celebrating
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Space was at a premium for fans out on Abu Dhabi Hill
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From there, they could enjoy the action in a chilled location on the grass
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The UAE aerobatic display team Fursan Al Emarat got things off to a flier
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They put on an impressive show before the drivers took to the track
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Verstappen's delight was clear to see as he inched closer to a first Drivers' Championship title
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And Hamilton was gracious as he congratulated the young Dutchman, despite their differences
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