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The 2025 Formula 1 season introduces an exciting mix of talent, with eight new driver pairings primed for fierce competition within their teams. This year promises intense battles for dominance, making for a captivating grid.
Be sure to return here after each race weekend to catch the latest results, including who leads in qualifying and race points as well as their championship standings.
All statistics are accurate up to the Italian Grand Prix on September 7, 2025.
Lando Norris vs. Oscar Piastri – McLaren
Now in their third season as teammates, Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri recently led McLaren to its first Constructors’ Championship in 26 years. Both drivers are now fiercely motivated to claim the Drivers’ Championship title. Who will emerge as the victor in this thrilling contest, with the ultimate prize at stake?
QUALIFYING
Grand Prix: Norris 7-9 Piastri
Sprint: Norris 0-3 Piastri
RACE
Grand Prix: Norris 8-8 Piastri
Sprint: Norris 1-2 Piastri
CHAMPIONSHIP
Points: Norris 293-324 Piastri
Placing: Norris 2nd-1st Piastri
Charles Leclerc vs. Lewis Hamilton – Ferrari
The highly anticipated face-off between Lewis Hamilton, now captain of Ferrari, and long-time team member Charles Leclerc is one to watch. With both drivers vying for supremacy, who will claim victory in their first season together?
QUALIFYING
Grand Prix: Leclerc 12-4 Hamilton
Sprint: Leclerc 2-1 Hamilton
RACE
Grand Prix: Leclerc 12-2 Hamilton
Sprint: Leclerc 1-2 Hamilton
CHAMPIONSHIP
Points: Leclerc 163-117 Hamilton
Placing: Leclerc 5th-6th Hamilton
*No score awarded for the Chinese GP due to disqualifications; both drivers retired during the Dutch GP.
Max Verstappen vs. Yuki Tsunoda – Red Bull
Yuki Tsunoda takes the challenge against four-time champion Max Verstappen, who has been a dominant presence in the Red Bull team since switching from Racing Bulls mid-season. How will Tsunoda fare against the seasoned veteran?
QUALIFYING
Grand Prix: Verstappen 14-0 Tsunoda
Sprint: Verstappen 2-0 Tsunoda
RACE
Grand Prix: Verstappen 13-1 Tsunoda
Sprint: Verstappen 1-1 Tsunoda
CHAMPIONSHIP
Points: Verstappen 230-12 Tsunoda
Placing: Verstappen 3rd-19th Tsunoda
Tsunoda was previously partnered with Lawson, who faced struggles in the RB21 car before being reassigned.
George Russell vs. Kimi Antonelli – Mercedes
In a surprising turn for 2025, George Russell finds himself mentoring newcomer Kimi Antonelli, the latest star from Mercedes’ youth program. How will Antonelli measure up against the experienced Russell in their first season together?
QUALIFYING
Grand Prix: Russell 15-1 Antonelli
Sprint: Russell 2-1 Antonelli
RACE
Grand Prix: Russell 16-0 Antonelli
Sprint: Russell 3-0 Antonelli
CHAMPIONSHIP
Points: Russell 194-66 Antonelli
Placing: Russell 4th-8th Antonelli
Fernando Alonso vs. Lance Stroll – Aston Martin
In their third consecutive year together, veteran Fernando Alonso has consistently outperformed Lance Stroll, though the younger driver is eager to close the gap in 2025.
QUALIFYING
Grand Prix: Alonso 16-0 Stroll
Sprint: Alonso 2-1 Stroll
RACE
Grand Prix: Alonso 9-7 Stroll
Sprint: Alonso 0-3 Stroll
CHAMPIONSHIP
Points: Alonso 32-30 Stroll
Placing: Alonso 12th-11th Stroll
Pierre Gasly vs. Franco Colapinto – Alpine
Franco Colapinto stepped in as Pierre Gasly’s teammate starting from the Imola round after the departure of Jack Doohan.
QUALIFYING
Grand Prix: Gasly 7-3 Colapinto
Sprint: Gasly 1-0 Colapinto
RACE
Grand Prix: Gasly 6-4 Colapinto
Sprint: Gasly 0-1 Colapinto
CHAMPIONSHIP
Points: Gasly 20-0 Colapinto
Placing: Gasly 14th-20th Colapinto
QUALIFYING
Grand Prix: Gasly 5-1 Doohan
Sprint: Gasly 1-1 Doohan
RACE
Grand Prix*: Gasly 4-1 Doohan
Sprint: Gasly 2-0 Doohan
*No score was counted for the Chinese GP due to disqualifications.
Esteban Ocon vs. Oliver Bearman – Haas
Haas presents an intriguing mix of experience with Esteban Ocon, a race winner, and the youthful energy of Oliver Bearman, who shined during three substitute drives in 2024.
QUALIFYING
Grand Prix: Ocon 9-7 Bearman
Sprint: Ocon 2-1 Bearman
RACE
Grand Prix: Ocon 9-7 Bearman
Sprint: Ocon 1-2 Bearman
CHAMPIONSHIP
Points: Ocon 28-16 Bearman
Placing: Ocon 13th-17th Bearman
Liam Lawson vs. Isack Hadjar – Racing Bulls
Liam Lawson continues his journey at Racing Bulls against rookie Isack Hadjar, who is eager to prove himself after a brief partnership with Tsunoda.
QUALIFYING
Grand Prix: Lawson 3-11 Hadjar
Sprint: Lawson 0-2 Hadjar
RACE
Grand Prix: Lawson 3-10 Hadjar*
Sprint: Lawson 0-2 Hadjar
*Both drivers failed to finish the British GP, resulting in no score.
CHAMPIONSHIP
Points: Lawson 20-38 Hadjar
Placing: Lawson 15th-9th Hadjar
Alex Albon vs. Carlos Sainz – Williams
With the arrival of the accomplished Carlos Sainz from Ferrari, Williams now hosts a potent driver pairing with Alex Albon. Fans are eager to see who will outperform the other throughout the season.
QUALIFYING
Grand Prix: Albon 8-8 Sainz
Sprint: Albon 2-1 Sainz
RACE
Grand Prix*: Albon 11-4 Sainz
Sprint: Albon 2-1 Sainz
CHAMPIONSHIP
Points: Albon 70-16 Sainz
Placing: Albon 7th-18th Sainz
*No points were awarded for the Austrian GP due to both drivers retiring.
Nico Hülkenberg vs. Gabriel Bortoleto – Sauber
Sauber, like Haas, has adopted a new driver lineup for 2025, pairing experienced driver Nico Hülkenberg with F2 champion Gabriel Bortoleto, offering the rookie a solid benchmark for evaluation.
QUALIFYING
Grand Prix: Hülkenberg 6-10 Bortoleto
Sprint: Hülkenberg 1-2 Bortoleto
RACE
Grand Prix*: Hülkenberg 9-6 Bortoleto
Sprint: Hülkenberg 1-2 Bortoleto
CHAMPIONSHIP
Points: Hülkenberg 37-18 Bortoleto
Placing: Hülkenberg 10th-16th Bortoleto
*No score recorded for the Bahrain GP due to Hülkenberg’s disqualification.
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