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Check out the full driver ratings for the 2025 F1 Qatar Grand Prix!
The Qatar Grand Prix was the penultimate round of the 2025 F1 season, setting up a thrilling three-way title fight for the season finale in Abu Dhabi. McLaren’s strategic decision impacted Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris, allowing Max Verstappen to claim the race victory. Piastri maintained his strong form but finished second, trailing Norris by 16 points heading into the final race. Verstappen capitalized on McLaren’s misfortune and closed the gap to Norris to just 12 points. Other standout performances included Carlos Sainz securing a podium for Williams and Fernando Alonso showing great pace for Aston Martin. However, drivers like Alex Albon and Lewis Hamilton struggled, highlighting their challenging seasons.
