Lando Norris’s resurgence in the title fight is impressive, with a pole position and a strong race performance showcasing his return to form and mental fortitude, reminiscent of past victories. Amid criticisms of his mental fragility, Norris held off his teammate and showed resilience at the Red Bull Ring, signaling a potential turning point in his season. With Norris and his rival now leading the title battle, the competition promises to be thrilling till the end.
Unfortunately, Max Verstappen’s championship hopes suffered a major blow at the Austrian Grand Prix, as Red Bull’s lack of pace and vulnerability in hot conditions highlighted their struggles. A race-ending mistake by Kimi Antonelli dashed Verstappen’s chances, leading to a pessimistic outlook on his title defense. With a disappointing performance in front of home fans, Verstappen faces an uphill battle to secure a fifth world title this season.
Ferrari showed promising signs of progress in 2025, with a strong qualifying performance indicating improvements in their pace. While the unique track conditions in Austria may have favored Ferrari, the team’s overall performance provides motivation for upcoming races. Despite their progress, challenging McLaren remains a significant challenge for Ferrari and other teams in the championship.
Gabriel Bortoleto achieved his best F1 weekend by scoring his first points, setting a positive tone for future races after narrowly missing out on points in Canada. With his teammate Nico Hülkenberg also performing well, Bortoleto aims to build on this success and continue improving in the upcoming races.
