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Thrills, Spills, and Upsets: In-Depth Analysis of F1 2025 Australian GP Driver Performance

Carl Harrison by Carl Harrison
March 18, 2025
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Thrills, Spills, and Upsets: In-Depth Analysis of F1 2025 Australian GP Driver Performance

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 16: Lando Norris of Great Britain driving the (4) McLaren MCL39 Mercedes leads Max Verstappen of the Netherlands driving the (1) Oracle Red Bull Racing RB21 and Oscar Piastri of Australia driving the (81) McLaren MCL39 Mercedes on track during the F1 Grand Prix of Australia at Albert Park Grand Prix Circuit on March 16, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Lubomir Asenov/LAT Images)

The Formula 1 2025 season kick-started amidst a flurry of excitement, all thanks to the unpredictable Australian weather that set the stage for an adrenaline-pumping race at the Albert Park Circuit. The highly anticipated season got underway amidst a shower, setting the tone for a dramatic race filled with surprising winners and unexpected losers.

Lando Norris, the British racing sensation, continued his winning streak from 2024, securing not just a win but also the pole position at the season opener. The pressure was on Norris, with him being in the fastest car right from the get-go of the season and entering his seventh year in the sport. However, he held his nerve, even when faced with treacherous conditions and challenging circumstances, managing to stay ahead of the field for most of the race.

Norris’s victory was all the more impressive considering he suffered floor damage during the race. Despite a close call with teammate Oscar Piastri on Lap 44, Norris stayed cool under pressure, rejoining the race and retaking the lead. With Max Verstappen hot on his heels, Norris proved his mettle, setting the tone for what could be a defining season in his career.

On the other hand, Oscar Piastri, despite staying neck-and-neck with Norris for most of the race, wasn’t as lucky when it came to recovery after going off the road in Lap 44. Despite this setback, Piastri made a commendable effort to limit the damage, even managing to overtake Pierre Gasly and Lewis Hamilton in the final lap.

The reigning World Champion, Max Verstappen, despite a lower-than-usual performance expectation this year, managed to place second. Verstappen, known for his calm demeanor in challenging weather conditions, lost time after an uncharacteristic error in Lap 17 but managed to close the gap after the arrival of the Safety Car.

In his debut race for Red Bull, Kiwi driver Liam Lawson had a rough start, with a lack of pace and missing FP3. Starting from the pit lane after two mistakes in Q1, Lawson’s race never really took off. He crashed on Lap 44 when the rain returned, a disappointing start to his Red Bull career.

A smart and conservative approach by George Russell saw him secure his best-ever first-race result in F1. The young Italian, Andrea Kimi Antonelli, despite a poor start due to floor damage, proved his worth by finishing fourth. Both Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton had a less than satisfying race, finishing eighth and tenth respectively.

Alex Albon, the Thai driver racing for Williams, had a weekend to remember, scoring his best-ever result for the team and fuelling optimism for the season ahead. Carlos Sainz, however, had a disappointing start to his Williams career after a crash at the end of Lap 1.

Lance Stroll, Fernando Alonso, Nico Hulkenberg, Gabriel Bortoleto, Yuki Tsunoda, Isack Hadjar, Pierre Gasly, Jack Doohan, Oliver Bearman, and Esteban Ocon all had varied performances, with some showing glimpses of potential while others were left ruing missed opportunities.

Overall, the Australian GP set the stage for an exciting F1 2025 season. With a mix of seasoned veterans and promising newcomers, the stakes are high, and the competition is fierce. It’s still early days, but the thrilling start has set the tone for what promises to be a riveting season.

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