2025 Emilia Romagna Grand Prix – Race Results

1. Max Verstappen (Red Bull) – 1:31:33.199

2. Lando Norris (McLaren) – +6.109s

3. Oscar Piastri (McLaren) – +12.956s

4. Lewis Hamilton (Ferrari) – +14.356s

5. Alex Albon (Williams) – +17.945s

6. Charles Leclerc (Ferrari) – +20.774s

7. George Russell (Mercedes) – +22.034s

8. Carlos Sainz (Williams) – +22.898s

9. Isack Hadjar (Racing Bulls) – +23.586s

10. Yuki Tsunoda (Red Bull) – +26.446s
    
    

Race Highlights

• Max Verstappen secured his second victory of the season and his fourth consecutive win at Imola. He overtook pole-sitter Oscar Piastri at Turn 1 and maintained the lead throughout the race.

• Lando Norris showcased impressive pace, overtaking teammate Piastri late in the race to claim second place. 

• Lewis Hamilton, in his first home race with Ferrari, delivered a strong performance by finishing fourth after starting 12th on the grid. 

• Alex Albon achieved a commendable fifth-place finish for Williams, while Charles Leclerc secured sixth for Ferrari. 

Commentary & Reactions

• Former F1 World Champion Jacques Villeneuve criticized McLaren's strategy, stating they were "weak" for not instructing Piastri to let Norris pass earlier, potentially challenging Verstappen for the win. 

• Oscar Piastri acknowledged a crucial mistake at the start, admitting it allowed Verstappen to take the lead. 

• Lewis Hamilton described his drive as "vintage," expressing satisfaction with Ferrari's performance and the progress they've made. 

Championship Standings (Top 3)

1. Oscar Piastri – 146 points

2. Lando Norris – 133 points

3. Max Verstappen – 124 points

For a visual recap of the race, you can watch the highlights below: