Max Verstappen took a comfortable victory at the grand prix of the season in Abu Dhabi ahead of a nail-biting battle for second place between Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz. Verstappen controlled the race from pole with ease, managing his tires to perfection to make it to the checkered flag with a single pit stop when he’d originally intended to make two. It was the Dutchman’s 35th career victory and extended his record for most wins in a season to 15. “It was a good race,” he said. “Incredible to win again here, and 15th win of the season is…