The 2025 Formula 1 season commenced with the Australian Grand Prix at Melbourne’s Albert Park Circuit on March 16, 2025. Lando Norris of McLaren clinched victory in a race characterized by unpredictable weather and multiple incidents.
Race Results:
- Lando Norris (McLaren) – 1:42:06.304
- Max Verstappen (Red Bull Racing) – +0.895s
- George Russell (Mercedes) – +8.481s
- Alexander Albon (Williams)
- Kimi Antonelli (Mercedes)
- Lance Stroll (Aston Martin)
- Nico Hulkenberg (Sauber)
- Charles Leclerc (Ferrari)
- Oscar Piastri (McLaren)
- Lewis Hamilton (Ferrari)
Note: The official race results were adjusted following a successful protest by Mercedes concerning a penalty initially imposed on Kimi Antonelli.
Driver of the Day:
Lando Norris was voted Driver of the Day for his exceptional performance, maintaining composure amid challenging conditions to secure the win.
Race Highlights:
- Weather Conditions: The race experienced varying weather, transitioning between wet and dry conditions, leading to strategic challenges for teams and drivers.
- Incidents: The race began dramatically with Isack Hadjar spinning during the formation lap, followed by early retirements of Jack Doohan and Carlos Sainz due to crashes.
- Late-Race Chaos: A late downpour caused several incidents, including a spin by Oscar Piastri, which affected the final standings.
Constructors’ Championship Standings:
After the Australian Grand Prix, the Constructors’ Championship standings are as follows:
- McLaren – 27 points
- Mercedes – 27 points
- Red Bull Racing – 18 points
- Williams – 10 points
- Aston Martin – 8 points
- Sauber – 6 points
- Ferrari – 5 points
- Alpine – 0 points
- Racing Bulls – 0 points
- Haas – 0 points
The next race in the 2025 Formula 1 season is scheduled to take place in China.
