F1 2025 Standings: Drivers' and Constructors' Championship Tables
Max Verstappen's victory at the Las Vegas Grand Prix has ignited the 2025 F1 championship, cutting Lando Norris's lead to 42 points with two races left. McLaren currently leads both the Drivers' and Constructors' standings, but Red Bull and Mercedes are in hot pursuit, promising an electrifying end to the season.
Max Verstappen secured his second Las Vegas Grand Prix victory, closing the gap to Lando Norris, who started on pole. Verstappen's win brings the championship battle down to the wire with just two races remaining in the 2025 Formula 1 season. Norris and George Russell celebrated their 150th F1 races in Vegas, with Russell completing the podium in third.
Why it matters:
Max Verstappen's victory in Las Vegas keeps the 2025 F1 Drivers' Championship alive, reducing his deficit to Lando Norris from 49 to 42 points. With only two races left and a maximum of 58 points available, the championship fight for both the drivers' and constructors' titles remains fiercely contested. McLaren currently leads both championships, but Red Bull and Mercedes are still in striking distance.
The details:
- The 2025 Formula 1 season features 24 races. The standings provided are after 22 races.
- Max Verstappen, the defending champion, won the Las Vegas Grand Prix for the second time in his career, showcasing a strong performance against polesitter Lando Norris.
- George Russell finished third, marking a significant result as both he and Norris competed in their 150th Formula 1 race.
- Verstappen's win narrowed the gap to Norris from 49 to 42 points, while Oscar Piastri, who finished fourth, is 30 points behind Norris.
- Drivers' World Championship 2025 (After 22 of 24 races):
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- Lando Norris (McLaren): 408 points
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- Oscar Piastri (McLaren): 378 points
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- Max Verstappen (Red Bull): 366 points
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- George Russell (Mercedes): 291 points
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- Charles Leclerc (Ferrari): 222 points
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- Constructors' World Championship 2025:
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- McLaren: 786 points
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- Mercedes: 423 points
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- Red Bull: 391 points
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- Ferrari: 371 points
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By the numbers:
- Points are awarded to the top ten finishers: 25-18-15-12-10-8-6-4-2-1.
- An additional bonus point is awarded for the fastest lap, provided the driver finishes in the top 10.
- For the Constructors' Championship, the points of both drivers from each team are combined.
The big picture:
McLaren is currently dominating both the Drivers' and Constructors' Championships, a significant turnaround for the team. However, Max Verstappen's consistent performance keeps Red Bull in contention, highlighting the intense rivalry at the top. Mercedes, with George Russell, also maintains a strong presence, setting the stage for a thrilling conclusion to the season.
What's next:
With only two races remaining, the championship battle is far from over. Max Verstappen needs to continue his winning streak and rely on potential stumbles from the McLaren drivers to secure his fifth consecutive title. The upcoming races will be crucial in determining both the Drivers' and Constructors' Champions for the 2025 season.