2025 Belgian Grand Prix: Piastri tames Spa in the rain, Norris impresses
🌧️ Spa-Francorchamps: scene of controlled chaos
The Belgian skies did not spare the drivers this Sunday. At Spa, the dark clouds announced a Grand Prix as uncertain as it was intense. The first drops of rain were quick to fall on the legendary Ardennes circuit, causing a start under safety car and a delay of more than an hour . The spectators, faithful to the event, waited under their ponchos while the teams urgently adjusted their tire and weather strategies.
In this electric atmosphere, McLaren knew they were expected. And it was in the rain, on one of the most demanding circuits on the calendar, that Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris would score a memorable one-two finish in the history books.
⚡ Piastri seizes his chance, Norris gives nothing away
From the moment the race restarted after the neutralization, Oscar Piastri didn't waste a second. Lying in ambush behind his teammate Lando Norris , who had taken pole position, he took advantage of a perfect slipstream on the Eau Rouge climb to take the lead. A maneuver of surgical precision.
But Norris never gave up , staying in his teammate's wake despite tricky conditions and a slippery track. He even tried a different strategy at the end of the race with an early switch to slick tires, which didn't have the desired effect. Despite everything, the Briton secured a magnificent second place , reinforcing his status as a pillar of McLaren.
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🥉 Leclerc solid, Verstappen trapped
Behind the McLarens, Charles Leclerc distinguished himself with an experienced Grand Prix. The Monegasque avoided the pitfalls of a race full of twists and turns to claim third place on the podium. He finished ahead of an unusually low-placed Max Verstappen , who was unable to find his usual rhythm in the changing conditions.
🔁 Fantastic comeback from Hamilton
Starting 18th after an engine penalty, Lewis Hamilton brilliantly fought his way back through the pack. He finished in a fine 7th place , demonstrating his experience in the dire conditions. A performance applauded by the entire paddock, which gave Ferrari a boost after a bumpy start to the season.
🏁 Final standings – 2025 Belgian Grand Prix
1️⃣Oscar Piastri (McLaren)
2️⃣ Lando Norris (McLaren)
3️⃣Charles Leclerc (Ferrari)
4️⃣ Max Verstappen (Red Bull)
5️⃣ George Russell (Mercedes)
6️⃣ Alex Albon (Williams)
7️⃣Lewis Hamilton (Ferrari)
8️⃣Liam Lawson (Racing Bulls)
9️⃣Gabriel Bortoleto (Sauber)
🔟 Pierre Gasly (Alpine)
📈 McLaren sets its pace
With this latest double, McLaren sends a clear message to its rivals: the papaya team is the benchmark in 2025. Piastri strengthens his lead in the championship, while Norris continues to shine consistently.
This Belgian Grand Prix, a mix of rain, strategy, and talent, will remain a demonstration of composure and mechanical mastery. And when the rain falls at Spa, only the best shine.
