The 2025 Formula 1 season is approaching its final stages, but the competition remains fierce. Max Verstappen’s clean sweep at the United States Grand Prix in late October—winning both the F1 Sprint and the main race—has propelled the four-time Drivers’ Champion into the heart of the title fight.
In response, Lando Norris delivered a commanding drive at the Mexico City Grand Prix. He now leads his McLaren teammate Oscar Piastri by a single point—357 to 356—while Verstappen trails 36 points behind at 321.
McLaren has secured their second consecutive Constructors' Championship, but the contest for second place remains intense. Ferrari currently holds a narrow one-point advantage over Mercedes, 356 to 355. Red Bull, powered by Verstappen’s strong form, is closing in with 346 points, just 10 behind Ferrari and 9 behind Mercedes.
Every point is crucial as the season nears its conclusion. This weekend's São Paulo Grand Prix marks the penultimate F1 Sprint event of the season. Soon, the qualifying session will determine the starting grid for tomorrow’s F1 Sprint race, where the winner will earn eight points.
“The 2025 Formula 1 season may be winding down. But the standings are heating up.”
The battle for championship positions and team standings promises an exciting conclusion to the season.
The São Paulo Grand Prix qualifying sets the stage for a thrilling F1 Sprint race, with tight championship battles highlighting the significance of every point.