The 2025 Formula 1 calendar has been in full swing since March, featuring a rigorous sequence of high-profile races. The campaign kicked off with the Australian Grand Prix in mid-March, swiftly followed by the Chinese, Japanese, Bahraini, and Saudi Arabian Grand Prix events. Early May brought the high-octane Miami Grand Prix, where the competition began to solidify into a fierce rivalry among constructors and drivers alike.
McLaren Racing currently dominates both the Constructors’ and Drivers’ Championships. Oscar Piastri has surged ahead with 131 points, closely trailed by teammate Lando Norris at 115, placing McLaren atop the standings with 246 points. Mercedes-AMG Petronas follows with 141, while Red Bull lags at 105—signaling a significant shift in competitive dynamics this season. Max Verstappen, often seen as a frontrunner, now sits in third in the Drivers’ standings with 99 points.
Upcoming races will continue to test the grid’s endurance and adaptability. The Emilia Romagna and Monaco Grand Prix in May lead into a grueling summer stretch, including marquee events in Spain, Canada, Britain, and Belgium. The season culminates with an intense run through the Americas, before the final showdown in Abu Dhabi this December. Each circuit brings its own technical challenges, promising unpredictable outcomes and shifting alliances.
Off the track, driver lineups are under scrutiny. Jack Doohan was unceremoniously dropped by Alpine after only seven race weekends—highlighting the ruthless nature of F1 politics. Despite outperforming Pierre Gasly in Miami and delivering promising laps, he was dismissed under the direction of new team boss Flavio Briatore. This abrupt decision, possibly influenced by internal power plays, has raised eyebrows across the paddock.
Ironically, former Red Bull hopeful Liam Lawson has underperformed more severely, yet retains his seat with Racing Bulls despite earning zero points and being overshadowed by rookie Isack Hadjar. Ralf Schumacher has publicly criticized Lawson, asserting he’s fared worse than Doohan. As the season progresses, Lawson faces mounting pressure with rising stars like Arvid Lindblad waiting in the wings. For now, Doohan is left on the sidelines—another casualty of F1’s relentless churn.