With 14 races completed, the 2025 Formula 1 season pauses for its summer break with Oscar Piastri leading the Drivers’ Championship on 284 points, just nine ahead of teammate Lando Norris (275 points). McLaren continues to dominate the Constructors’ standings with 559 points, comfortably ahead of second-placed Ferrari (260) and Mercedes (236).
Surprises & setbacks
Oscar Piastri has delivered spectacular consistency—six wins and only two misses from the podium, with minor errors including a spin in Australia and a safety-car infraction at Silverstone.
Lando Norris, starting the season as frontrunner, faced early balance issues and errors in Saudi Arabia qualifying and Canada, but turned things around with impressive wins in Monaco, Austria, and Hungary, showcasing tactical resilience.
Max Verstappen admits the championship is out of reach but still managed two wins from a struggling Red Bull. The focus now shifts to Red Bull’s recovery under new principal Laurent Mekies.
Gabriel Bortoleto stands out among the rookies. Upgraded aero in Spain sparked his progress—he scored points in Austria, Belgium, and qualified P7 and finished P6 in Hungary.
Lewis Hamilton has struggled to adapt to Ferrari, with underwhelming performances and visible frustration suggesting he may benefit from a reset during the summer break.
Winners & Pole Sitters
| Grand Prix | Winner | 2nd Place | 3rd Place | Pole Position |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Australia | Norris | Verstappen | Russell | Norris |
| China | Piastri | Russell | Norris | Piastri |
| Japan | Verstappen | Norris | Piastri | Verstappen |
| Bahrain | Piastri | Russell | Norris | Piastri |
| Saudi Arabia | Piastri | Verstappen | Leclerc | Verstappen |
| Miami | Piastri | Norris | Russell | Verstappen |
| Imola | Verstappen | Norris | Piastri | Piastri |
| Monaco | Norris | Leclerc | Piastri | Norris |
| Spain | Piastri | Norris | Leclerc | Piastri |
| Canada | Russell | Verstappen | Piastri | Russell |
| Austria | Norris | Piastri | Leclerc | Norris |
| Great Britain | Norris | Piastri | Hülkenberg | Verstappen |
| Belgium | Piastri | Norris | Leclerc | Norris |
| Hungary | Norris | Piastri | Russell | Leclerc |
Championship Standings
Drivers’ Championship (Top 10)
| Position | Driver | Team | Wins | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Oscar Piastri | McLaren | 6 | 284 |
| 2 | Lando Norris | McLaren | 5 | 275 |
| 3 | Max Verstappen | Red Bull | 2 | 187 |
| 4 | George Russell | Mercedes | 1 | 172 |
| 5 | Charles Leclerc | Ferrari | 0 | 151 |
| 6 | Lewis Hamilton | Ferrari | 0 | 109 |
| 7 | Kimi Antonelli | Mercedes | 0 | 64 |
| 8 | Alexander Albon | Williams | 0 | 54 |
| 9 | Nico Hülkenberg | Sauber | 0 | 37 |
| 10 | Esteban Ocon | Haas | 0 | 27 |
Constructors’ Championship (Top 5)
| Position | Team | Points |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | McLaren | 559 |
| 2 | Ferrari | 260 |
| 3 | Mercedes | 236 |
| 4 | Red Bull | 194 |
| 5 | Williams | 70 |
| 6 | Aston Martin | 52 |
| 7 | Kick Sauber | 51 |
| 8 | Racing Bulls | 45 |
| 9 | Haas | 35 |
| 10 | Alpine | 20 |
Rookie performances
Among the newcomers, Gabriel Bortoleto has particularly impressed, scoring points consistently and finishing P6 in Hungary. Isack Hadjar and Kimi Antonelli have also shown glimpses of strong potential in their debut seasons.
Next races
The championship resumes at Zandvoort for the Dutch Grand Prix from 22–24 August. Other mentionable Grand Prixs include the Temple of Speed GP (Monza), sprint races in Austin and Qatar, and the season final in Abu Dhabi.
McLaren eyes a historic Constructors’ title push, while the tight Piastri–Norris title battle promises high drama for the remainder of the season. Do we see the decider for the Championship in the last race in the United Arab Emirates or will the title race be decided earlier? Don’t miss your chance to be part of F1 history.
