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F1 Standings: Oscar Piastri crash changes title picture
The Brazilian Grand Prix sprint race had a significant impact on the world championship battle, particularly for McLaren’s Oscar Piastri.
Unfortunately, Piastri’s error in damp conditions led to a race-ending crash, putting him at a disadvantage in the championship fight against teammate Lando Norris.
With Norris winning the sprint race and extending his lead, Piastri will need a strong performance in the main grand prix to reclaim the championship lead.
Max Verstappen’s fourth-place finish narrowed the gap to Piastri but benefitted Norris, who maintained a solid lead in the standings.
Mercedes now sits ahead of Ferrari in the constructors’ championship, while Aston Martin and Racing Bulls are tied for sixth place.
The 2025 F1 standings show McLaren leading the drivers’ standings and Mercedes surpassing Ferrari in the constructors’ standings.
The removal of the fastest lap point for the 2025 season eliminates the strategic implications seen in the past, where drivers would pit late in races to secure the bonus point.
