P1racenews AI automatic summary:
McLaren are dominating the story of both F1 world championships this year, but how would things look if they weren’t involved?
In a hypothetical scenario without McLaren, Oscar Piastri, and Lando Norris in the 2025 F1 season, George Russell and Max Verstappen would headline a thrilling title battle, with Russell leading the standings for Mercedes with five wins and 11 podiums, followed closely by Red Bull’s Verstappen.
Charles Leclerc would be in third place, 26 points behind Russell, while Lewis Hamilton, although out of the championship picture, would have a strong season helping Ferrari challenge for the constructors’ title with two sprint wins and five podiums.
Further down the grid, Nico Hulkenberg would secure a win for Sauber at Silverstone, while Alex Albon, Fernando Alonso, and Esteban Ocon would also have podium finishes for their respective teams.
The absence of McLaren would create a three-way driver and team title battle, leading to a more diverse and exciting Formula 1 season with unexpected results and storylines that captivate fans worldwide.
