P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Qatar GP driver ratings: Oscar Piastri’s best weekend of 2025 undone by McLaren
In the 2025 F1 title race, Max Verstappen claimed his seventh victory after McLaren’s strategic mistake, keeping him just 12 points behind Lando Norris.
Oscar Piastri exhibited a strong performance in Qatar but seems like an outsider for the championship unless there’s a remarkable turn of events in Abu Dhabi.
Drivers were rated at Qatar GP weekend with Verstappen and Sainz scoring high, while Norris had a subpar performance and Antonelli showed improvement.
George Russell faced an early setback in the race, while Alonso spun late, impacting their final ratings.
Overall, Qatar brought unexpected twists and standout performances, setting the stage for an exciting season finale.
