Dramatic wet conditions were the order of the day for the 2025 Belgian Grand Prix at Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps. With great weather disruption and brave racing, Oscar Piastri shone, securing a monumental 1-2 finish for McLaren.
Race Winner: Oscar Piastri (McLaren)
- Victory No. 6 of the season for Piastri
- Took the lead early after green flag racing began post a long delay
- Held off teammate Lando Norris despite late pressure
- Extended his Drivers’ Championship lead to 16 points
“It was about staying calm and making the right moves early,” said Piastri post-race.
Team Winner: McLaren
- 1st – Oscar Piastri
- 2nd – Lando Norris
- Strong team strategy and car control in tricky wet conditions
- McLaren now leads the Constructors’ Championship with 516 points
- This performance reaffirmed McLaren’s title credentials in both categories.
Race Day Highlights
- Weather Delay: Start delayed over 80 minutes due to heavy rain
- Safety Car Start: First few laps run behind the Safety Car
- Decisive Move: Piastri overtook Norris on the first racing lap at Kemmel Straight
Podium Finishers
- 1st – Oscar Piastri (McLaren)
- 2nd – Lando Norris (McLaren)
- 3rd – Charles Leclerc (Ferrari)
Championship Update
- Drivers’ Standings (Top 2):
- Oscar Piastri – 266 points
- Lando Norris – 250 points
- Constructors’ Standings (Top 2):
- McLaren – 516 points
- Ferrari – Trailing significantly
Final Takeaway
The 2025 Belgian GP was a showcase of skill, patience, and strategy. Oscar Piastri’s commanding win, backed by McLaren’s consistency, tightened their grip on both championships as F1 headed into the next phase of the season.
Written by RITESH SINGH
