Piastri Shines at Zandvoort, Hadjar Takes First Podium
The Dutch Grand Prix this weekend was packed with drama, triumphs, and heartbreak, and it ended up delivering one of the most memorable moments of the season. Oscar Piastri once again showed why he’s become the man to beat in 2025, while a young French driver, Isack Hadjar, captured the spotlight with the first podium of his Formula 1 career.
It all started on Saturday when Piastri narrowly beat his McLaren teammate Lando Norris to pole position, edging him by just twelve thousandths of a second. That tiny margin reflected the intensity of the battle between the two drivers all season long. Norris had dominated the practice sessions and looked strong, but the Australian struck at just the right time. Piastri admitted it had been a tricky weekend until then, but qualifying clicked perfectly for him.
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Race day, however, brought its own surprises. Piastri controlled the pace at the front, and although Norris seemed poised to challenge him for a McLaren one-two finish, fate had other plans. On lap 65, Norris’ car suffered a mechanical failure, forcing him to retire. That moment not only crushed Norris’ chances but also handed Piastri a huge advantage in the championship standings, as he now leads by 34 points with ten races left.
Behind him, Max Verstappen gave the home crowd something to cheer about with a strong second place. It wasn’t the win Dutch fans were hoping for, but it marked an improvement after a tough run for Red Bull. Verstappen himself admitted that it felt special to perform in front of his home supporters, even if the championship fight now seems out of reach.
And then came the big story: Isack Hadjar. At just 20 years old, the Racing Bulls rookie delivered the race of his life. Starting fourth on the grid, he kept calm, avoided mistakes, and seized the opportunity when Norris dropped out. Crossing the line in third place, Hadjar secured his very first F1 podium. It was a breakthrough moment that immediately fueled speculation about his future—many already see him as a candidate for a Red Bull seat alongside Verstappen next season.
Elsewhere, George Russell finished fifth, while Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton struggled to make much of an impact. Fernando Alonso managed tenth, but his Aston Martin teammate, Lance Stroll, endured a nightmare weekend after crashing twice, including once during qualifying, which left him starting from last.
In the end, though, the headlines belonged to Piastri and Hadjar. For Piastri, it was a statement of control, his seventh victory this year. For Hadjar, it was the start of what could become a remarkable F1 career. Fans will surely remember this Dutch Grand Prix as the day the championship leader stretched his dominance—and a young French rookie announced himself to the world.
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