2025 F1: Piastri Powers to Dutch GP Glory as McLaren Tighten Grip on F1 Title Race

Oscar Piastri delivered a flawless performance to win the 2025 Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort, holding off Max Verstappen and Isack Hadjar in a thrilling race marked by multiple safety cars and dramatic retirements. Piastri’s victory gives him a commanding lead in the driver standings, while McLaren further consolidates their position atop the constructors’ table

Race Report

Oscar Piastri started from pole and maintained his lead throughout all 72 laps at the Zandvoort Circuit, showcasing exceptional composure even during safety car interruptions. Max Verstappen kept the pressure on, ultimately finishing just behind Piastri, while rookie Isack Hadjar claimed a stunning third for Racing Bulls.

McLaren’s Lando Norris, who had been Piastri’s main title rival, suffered a heartbreaking retirement late in the race due to an oil leak. Ferrari endured a miserable outing; Lewis Hamilton crashed on lap 23, and Charles Leclerc clashed with Kimi Antonelli after a late pit stop, which ruined his hopes for points.

“The whole team improved, and I’m very proud,” Piastri said post-race. "Starting out on top is a good way to go. But there’s still a long way to go this season

Race Result Highlights

- Oscar Piastri (McLaren): 1st, 25 points

- Max Verstappen (Red Bull): 2nd, 18 points

-Isack Hadjar (Racing Bulls): 3rd, 15 points

- George Russell (Mercedes): 4th, 12 points

- Alexander Albon (Williams): 5th, 10 points

Drivers Championship Table

| 1    | Oscar Piastri     | McLaren   | 309

| 2    | Lando Norris      | McLaren   | 275

| 3    | Max Verstappen    | Red Bull  | 205

| 4    | George Russell    | Mercedes  | 184

| 5    | Charles Leclerc   | Ferrari   | 151

| 6    | Lewis Hamilton    | Ferrari   | 109

| 7    | Andrea Kimi Antonelli| Mercedes | 64

| 8    | Alexander Albon   | Williams  | 64

| 9    | Nico Hulkenberg   | Sauber    | 37 

| 10   | Isack Hadjar      | Racing Bulls | 37 

Constructors Championship Table

| Rank | Team | Drivers| Points |

| 1    | McLaren      | Norris & Piastri| 584  

| 2    | Ferrari      | Leclerc & Hamilton | 260 

| 3    | Mercedes     | Russell & Antonelli | 248 

| 4    | Red Bull     | Verstappen & Tsunoda| 214 

| 5    | Racing Bulls | Hadjar & Lawson| 60

| 6    | Williams     | Albon & Sainz | 80

| 7    | Aston Martin | Alonso & Stroll  | 62