P1racenews AI automatic summary:
RacingNews365 takes a look at one thing every F1 driver must do in the second half of the 2025 season, in the first of a two-parter.
At the halfway point of the F1 season, RacingNews365 is evaluating each driver’s performance and setting targets for the remaining races. Fernando Alonso must focus on leading Aston Martin towards a world title push by 2026, while Lance Stroll needs to build on strong performances like Hungary to secure his status within the team. Isack Hadjar must continue impressing to be a potential candidate for a seat at Red Bull.
Pierre Gasly aims to capitalize on the changes in 2026 and be a world champion contender next season, serving as Alpine’s leader during their transition to Mercedes power. Liam Lawson must maintain his outstanding form and prove Red Bull wrong for dropping him after just two races. Carlos Sainz’s goal at Williams is to help the team maintain fifth place in the standings amidst disappointments this season.
Gabriel Bortoleto seeks to close the gap in points and continue progress after a slow start as the reigning F2 champion. Yuki Tsunoda must secure his Red Bull seat and F1 career, while Oliver Bearman aims to eliminate errors and outperform Ocon in head-to-head battles. Franco Colapinto has the advantage of a competitive car in comparison to Jack Doohan in their racing endeavors.
