F1 Drivers’ Standings Ahead of 2025 Belgian GP: Will Lando Norris Gain On Oscar Piastri?

As Formula 1 heads to Spa-Francorchamps for the 2025 Belgian Grand Prix, the championship battle has taken on a new complexion at the top of the F1 drivers’ standings.



Rather than the usual dominance of Red Bull Racing or Mercedes, it’s McLaren that sits on top — and not with just one driver, but both.



Oscar Piastri leads the Drivers’ Championship with 234 points, closely followed by teammate Lando Norris on 226.



This marks a significant shift in power at the halfway stage of the season.







McLaren’s Remarkable Rise



Oscar Piastri’s steady, consistent performances have pushed him to the top of the F1 drivers’ standings.



With a string of podiums and race wins under his belt, the Australian has showcased calm under pressure and precision on track.



Right behind him is Norris, who has matched his teammate in pace but trails by eight points due to some earlier inconsistency.



McLaren’s revival has been the story of the season.



After years of rebuilding, the Woking-based team now boasts arguably the most complete package on the grid, with a car that performs across different track types and weather conditions.



Verstappen Left Chasing



After three consecutive titles, Max Verstappen’s hold on F1 dominance is finally under threat.



The Red Bull driver sits third in the standings with 165 points — a sizeable 69 points behind Piastri.



A mix of reliability issues, strategic errors, and stronger competition have plagued Verstappen’s 2025 campaign so far.



Although he has still managed to grab victories, the RB21 hasn’t consistently matched McLaren’s pace, particularly on high-downforce circuits.



Russell and Mercedes Stay in the Fight



George Russell has quietly gone about his business and sits fourth with 147 points.



Although Mercedes have struggled to find top-end speed in qualifying, Russell’s race craft and consistency have kept him in the mix.



With a strong result in Belgium, he could close the gap to Verstappen and remain an outside contender.



Rookie teammate Kimi Antonelli has also impressed, sitting seventh in the standings with 63 points.



For a driver in his first F1 season, Antonelli has delivered composed performances and even outshone seasoned rivals on several occasions.



Ferrari’s Mixed Fortunes



Ferrari entered 2025 with high hopes, but inconsistency has dogged their campaign.



Charles Leclerc is fifth in the standings with 119 points, while seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton, in his first year with the Scuderia, is sixth with 103.



Both drivers have shown glimpses of brilliance but remain too far off the leading McLaren duo to pose a real title threat — at least for now.



Ferrari have improved their in-race strategy, but qualifying pace and tyre management remain areas needing attention.



The Midfield Battle Intensifies



Behind the top seven, the midfield fight has been fiercely competitive.



Williams’ Alexander Albon leads that group with 46 points, followed by veteran Nico Hulkenberg at Kick Sauber with 37.



Esteban Ocon (Haas, 23 pts), rookie Isack Hadjar (Racing Bulls, 21 pts), and Lance Stroll (Aston Martin, 20 pts) round out the top 12.



Albon’s consistency has been key, while Hulkenberg continues to defy expectations with his regular points finishes for Kick Sauber.



Hadjar, in particular, has emerged as a standout rookie alongside Antonelli, keeping the Racing Bulls in play with gritty drives.



Aston Martin and Alpine Struggle



It’s been a challenging season for Aston Martin and Alpine.



Fernando Alonso, once a regular podium contender, finds himself down in 14th with just 16 points.



Teammate Lance Stroll is only marginally ahead with 20.



Alpine, meanwhile, continues to lag, with Pierre Gasly (19 pts), Jack Doohan, and Franco Colapinto all underperforming relative to expectations.



Sainz’s Slide, Bearman’s Breakthrough



Carlos Sainz’s switch to Williams hasn’t yet paid dividends, with the Spaniard collecting just 13 points so far.



While the Williams car is competitive in Albon’s hands, Sainz has struggled to adapt to the team’s setup and race strategies.



At Haas, British rookie Oliver Bearman has had a quiet but respectable debut season, scoring six points.



Kick Sauber’s second rookie, Gabriel Bortoleto, has also shown promise with four points to his name.



What to Watch at Spa



As the grid gears up for the Belgian GP, several storylines are worth watching.



Can Piastri stretch his lead, or will Norris mount a fightback?



Will Verstappen use his home advantage in the European leg to claw back into the title race?



And can Mercedes or Ferrari find a late-season surge?



One thing is certain: with two McLaren drivers locked in a close fight, Verstappen chasing from behind, and a crop of hungry young drivers making their mark, the 2025 title race is far from over.



Spa’s unpredictable weather and high-speed layout could shuffle the deck yet again.



Expect drama, strategy, and more surprises as the season enters its critical second half.
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