After a thrilling weekend of racing in Saudi Arabia, Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen finish the penultimate Grand Prix of the season on equal points.  Drama abounded at the inaugural race in Saudia Arabia. Hamilton qualified in pole, but not before Verstappen laid a clear statement of intent with a scintillating lap, falling short with a mistake on the final corner. More excitement followed in the race as the two battled it out, the lead changing hands several times before Hamilton's tyre strategy finally proved the difference. The result means the two championship protagonists go to the Abu Dhabi finale level on points. The two best drivers, the two best cars, one ultimate prize up for grabs.