In pictures: The National’s Christopher Pike captures the action at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix

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  Ferrari driver Fernando Alonso in action during the race. Christopher Pike / The National

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  Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, the Prime Minister and Vice President of the United Arab Emirates and Ruler of Dubai, on the grid ahead of the race. Christopher Pike / The National

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  Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton powers into the lead on Lap 1. Christopher Pike / The National

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  Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton celebrates on the podium. Christopher Pike / The National

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  Spectators watch the Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix from the Yas Viceroy Hotel. Christopher Pike / The National

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  Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton poses after the year-end group photo prior to the race. Christopher Pike / The National

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  Hamilton celebrates with his Mercedes teammates. Christopher Pike / The National

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  Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton flies the British flag. Christopher Pike / The National

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  Red Bull driver Sebastian Vettel stormed through the field from last place. Christopher Pike / The National