What are the F1 drivers' standings after Miami Grand Prix 2025?
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Oscar Piastri is now on top of the Formula 1 Drivers' Championship after Round 6, thanks to a heart-stopping Miami victory. The
McLaren
driver extended his lead over teammate Lando Norris, and title rival Max Verstappen moved further behind in the championship. Here's the updated standings from the Miami spectacle.
Oscar Piastri moves to position one in standings with third straight win
Oscar Piastri is building an extremely strong case for his very first Formula 1 World Championship title. The victory leaves him on 131 points in the Drivers' Championship—16 clear of Lando Norris, who was Miami runner-up to provide McLaren with a perfect day.
Defending titleholder Max Verstappen keeps dropping behind. His third position places him on 99 points, now under threat of being overhauled by Mercedes' George Russell, who trails only behind on 93. Ferrari driver Charles Leclerc fills out the top five on 53 points, as the championship scene begins to become more defined.
Top 5 – F1 2025 drivers' standings after Miami
Oscar Piastri (McLaren) – 131 points
Lando Norris (McLaren) – 115 points
Max Verstappen (Red Bull Racing) – 99 points
George Russell (Mercedes) – 93 points
Charles Leclerc (Ferrari) – 53 points
McLaren ahead in the Constructors' Championship with a 100+ point lead
McLaren is riding high in 2025. With Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris contributing podiums week on week, the British team has amassed a commanding advantage in the Constructors' Championship. Post-Miami, McLaren are ensconced comfortably at 246 points—105 clear of Mercedes, standing second on 141.
Red Bull Racing, despite massive work rates by Max Verstappen and Yuki Tsunoda, can't replicate last year's performance and are third on 105 points. Ferrari, however, is being inconsistent but has 94 points.
Top 5 – F1 2025 Constructors' standings after Miami
McLaren – 246 points
Mercedes – 141 points
Red Bull Racing – 105 points
Ferrari – 94 points
Williams – 37 points
Mid-season momentum shift points towards Oscar Piastri
With six rounds completed in the 2025 season, Oscar Piastri's momentum is undeniable. The Australian driver has matured into a consistent front-runner, and his Miami victory was a clear statement. The battle behind him is fierce—Lando Norris remains within striking distance, and Max Verstappen won't give up his title without a fight.
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Oscar Piastri claims fourth victory of season with commanding win at F1 Miami Grand Prix
With the grid ready to begin its second run, it seems Piastri is no longer just a star in the up-and-coming category, he is this year's title contender.
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