F1 2025 Belgian GP in 60 Seconds
Oscar Piastri delivered a masterclass at the F1 2025 Belgian GP, overtaking teammate Lando Norris early and maintaining control throughout the wet-to-dry race at Spa-Francorchamps. Charles Leclerc rounded off the podium, while Max Verstappen finished just shy of a rostrum spot. Piastri’s victory extends his lead in the F1 2025 Drivers’ Championship standings heading into Hungary.
Piastri Extends Lead With Commanding Spa Win
The F1 2025 Belgian GP at Spa-Francorchamps saw Oscar Piastri fend off Lando Norris in a thrilling wet-dry affair. Rain delayed the start by nearly 80 minutes, but once racing began, Piastri quickly passed polesitter Norris on the Kemmel Straight and never looked back.
The McLaren driver’s precision and race management allowed him to build a strong lead that Norris could not overturn, even as track conditions evolved. Piastri’s Spa triumph marked another significant step in his championship campaign, extending his lead at the top of the standings.
“I was pretty disappointed with myself after yesterday, but turns out starting second at Spa is not too bad after all,” said Piastri after securing victory at Spa-Francorchamps.
Key Moments at Spa
The pivotal moment came on Lap 5, with Piastri’s strong run through Eau Rouge allowing him to overtake Norris before Les Combes. Later, on Lap 12, McLaren opted for an early switch to medium tyres for Piastri, while Norris was left out an extra lap. That small difference widened the gap to nine seconds once Norris rejoined on hard tyres.
Charles Leclerc delivered a consistent drive to secure third place, holding off Max Verstappen by 1.5 seconds. George Russell took a lonely P5 for Mercedes, ahead of an impressive Alexander Albon in sixth for Williams.
The F1 Belgian GP tyre strategy proved decisive for multiple teams. Charles Leclerc’s extended first stint allowed him to defend third from Verstappen. George Russell and Alexander Albon also benefited from well-timed stops, finishing fifth and sixth, respectively.
As the track dried, drivers had to carefully manage tyre wear and adapt their strategies. Teams like McLaren, Ferrari, and Williams timed their pit stops well, but for Norris, the one-lap offset ultimately proved decisive in Piastri’s favour.
Full Spa-Francorchamps Race Results 2025
1. Oscar Piastri (McLaren) – 1:25:22.601
2. Lando Norris (McLaren) – +3.415s
3. Charles Leclerc (Ferrari) – +20.185s
4. Max Verstappen (Red Bull Racing) – +21.731s
5. George Russell (Mercedes) – +34.863s
6. Alexander Albon (Williams) – +39.926s
7. Lewis Hamilton (Ferrari) – +40.679s
8. Liam Lawson (Racing Bulls) – +52.033s
9. Gabriel Bortoleto (Kick Sauber) – +56.434s
10. Pierre Gasly (Alpine) – +72.714s
11. Oliver Bearman (Haas) – +73.145s
12. Nico Hulkenberg (Kick Sauber) – +73.628s
13. Yuki Tsunoda (Red Bull Racing) – +75.395s
14. Lance Stroll (Aston Martin) – +79.831s
15. Esteban Ocon (Haas) – +86.063s
16. Kimi Antonelli (Mercedes) – +86.721s
17. Fernando Alonso (Aston Martin) – +87.924s
18. Carlos Sainz (Williams) – +92.024s
19. Franco Colapinto (Alpine) – +95.250s
20. Isack Hadjar (Racing Bulls) – +1 lap
Updated F1 2025 Drivers’ Championship Standings
This Spa victory means Piastri extends his championship lead to a total of 266 points. Norris (with 250 points), who won back-to-back in Austria and Great Britain, followed by Max Verstappen (185 points), will look to respond next weekend in Hungary. George Russel remains fourth with 157 points and Leclerc remains in fifth in the standings with 139 points.
“I’m very happy today – it’s strange to say that because it’s still three-tenths [back] and it’s only a third place, but I did not expect it,” Leclerc reflected after the session.
Midfield and Points Battles
Alex Albon’s P6 finish gives Williams valuable points, solidifying their position in the Constructors’ Championship. Meanwhile, Liam Lawson continues to rebuild his season after his Red Bull demotion, finishing P8 and adding four points to his tally.
Pierre Gasly managed to hold onto the final point in P10, fending off Haas’ Oliver Bearman in the closing stages.
What’s Next in F1 2025?
The next race is the Hungarian GP, the final round before the summer break. With Norris and Piastri pushing each other every round, the momentum swing could decide the direction of the championship battle.
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FAQ: F1 2025 Belgian GP
Q1: Who won the F1 2025 Belgian GP?
A: Oscar Piastri won the Belgian GP, holding off teammate Lando Norris.
Q2: Who finished on the podium at the F1 2025 Belgian GP?
A: Piastri (1st), Norris (2nd), and Leclerc (3rd) completed the podium.
Q3: How does this impact the Drivers’ Championship?
A: Piastri now leads Norris by 16 points heading into Hungary.
Q4: Who surprised in the midfield?
A: Alexander Albon and Liam Lawson both scored crucial points for Williams and Racing Bulls, respectively.
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