The 2012 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix was a Formula One motor race held on 4 November 2012 at the Yas Marina Circuit, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. It was the eighteenth round of the 2012 Formula One season and the fourth Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. The 55-lap race was won by Lotus driver Kimi Räikkönen after starting from fourth position. Fernando Alonso finished second in a Ferrari with his championship rival Sebastian Vettel third for Red Bull, having started from the pit lane. Round 18 of 20 · 2012 Formula One World Championship November 4, 2012 at 13:00 UTC Yas Marina Circuit, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Podium: 1. Kimi Raikkonen · 2. Fernando Alonso · 3. Sebastian Vettel Pole position: Lewis Hamilton Wiki link