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F1 History Doesn't Favor Oscar Piastri to Win 2025 Drivers' Championship

F1 History Doesn't Favor Oscar Piastri to Win 2025 Drivers' Championship

A bizarre pattern from the Formula 1 turbo-hybrid era has resurfaced, and it could spell trouble for Oscar Piastri’s title hopes. As noted by F1 analyst Daniel Valente of The Score, every driver who has won the Chinese Grand Prix since 2014 has gone on to become World Drivers’ Champion that same season, with one exception.

Formula One News / HITC / December 2
Damon Hill spots Michael Schumacher trait in Max Verstappen that could help him clinch the title

Damon Hill spots Michael Schumacher trait in Max Verstappen that could help him clinch the title

Red Bull driver Max Verstappen is just one win away from tying one of Michael Schumacher’s more impressive Formula 1 records. If Verstappen wins the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix and Lando Norris finishes outside the podium, he’ll join Schumacher as the only drivers to win five titles in a row.

Max Verstappen News / HITC / December 2
Juan Pablo Montoya flags a Max Verstappen flaw that could hinder his 2025 title bid

Juan Pablo Montoya flags a Max Verstappen flaw that could hinder his 2025 title bid

With his victory at the Qatar Grand Prix, Max Verstappen raised his chances in the race for what would be his fifth consecutive Formula 1 title. The Dutchman had trailed Oscar Piastri by more than 100 points after the Dutch GP, but Red Bull’s upgrades to the RB21 have helped close that gap.

Formula One News / AutoRacing1.com / December 2

Formula 1 News: Ferrari rumors swirl as Sainz Jr. shines again

(GMM) Spanish media are reporting renewed doubts inside Ferrari about the decision to replace Carlos Sainz Jr. (pictured) with Lewis Hamilton – and even hinting at a future Sainz return.

Fred Vasseur News / HITC / December 2
Ferrari set clear deadline for Fred Vasseur to turn things around in 2026

Ferrari set clear deadline for Fred Vasseur to turn things around in 2026

Ferrari are facing growing pressure to hit the ground running with a competitive car when the 2026 Formula 1 season begins. Another slow start could lead to changes behind the scenes.

Lewis Hamilton News / HITC / December 2
Lewis Hamilton accused of ‘not living up to his level’ at Ferrari after latest setback

Lewis Hamilton accused of ‘not living up to his level’ at Ferrari after latest setback

Lewis Hamilton joined Ferrari for the 2025 F1 season believing they had everything to win a title, but the Scuderia will not rank inside the top three of either championship.

Fernando Alonso News / AutoRacing1.com / December 2

Formula 1 News: Alonso on F1 title showdown – ‘I wouldn’t miss it for the world’

(GMM) Fernando Alonso (pictured) says he is determined to witness this weekend’s historic three-way Formula 1 title showdown – from inside the cockpit or, failing that, standing with the journalists.

Oscar Piastri News / AutoRacing1.com / December 2

Formula 1 News: McLaren didn’t even bother to greet Piastri in Qatar GP Parc Fermé

As Qatar GP 2nd place finisher Oscar Piastri (pictured) pulled into parc fermé—a ritual space for drivers to cool down and greet their crews after the race—he was met with … Read More

Max Verstappen News / HITC / December 2
McLaren told their drivers don’t have what it takes to ‘fight their way forward’ like Max Verstappen

McLaren told their drivers don’t have what it takes to ‘fight their way forward’ like Max Verstappen

Max Verstappen was able to get the better of McLaren once again at the most recent round of racing in Qatar, and Christijan Albers has told McLaren where they fall short of the four-time world champion’s talents.

Formula One News / Motorsport / December 2

Why Helmut Marko isn't the sole culprit in the Kimi Antonelli abuse storm

The online harassment directed at Andrea Kimi Antonelli after the Qatar Grand Prix prompted Red Bull and Helmut Marko to express regret over certain comments.

Formula One News / BBC Sport / December 2

What will McLaren do if Verstappen set to win title? F1 Q&A

BBC Sport F1 correspondent Andrew Benson answers your latest questions before the title-deciding Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.

Formula One News / Field Level Media / December 1
Report: Red Bull set to replace Yuki Tsunoda with Isack Hadjar

Report: Red Bull set to replace Yuki Tsunoda with Isack Hadjar

Red Bull will be replacing Yuki Tsunoda with Isack Hadjar, according to a report from RacingNews365 on Monday. In related news, sister squad Racing Bulls will bring back Liam Lawson while promoting rookie Arvid Lindblad.

Liam Lawson News / Total Apex Sports / December 1
The High-Stakes Meeting That Could Decide Liam Lawson’s Future

The High-Stakes Meeting That Could Decide Liam Lawson’s Future

The Qatar Grand Prix paddock is never a quiet place, but amidst the sweet sound of roaring engines and the scramble of mechanics, the real action this weekend happened at a small table in the hospitality area.

Formula One News / Motorsport / December 1

Lewis Hamilton’s priceless reaction as Max Verstappen’s Qatar win flips F1 title fight

Lewis Hamilton admits he “had no idea” Max Verstappen won the Qatar GP, reacting live to the title twist Lewis Hamilton admitted he "had no idea" that

Lewis Hamilton News / Motorsport / December 1

Lewis Hamilton fumes over Qatar GP tyre limit: “One of the worst grands prix"

Liam Lawson and Lewis Hamilton criticised the 25-lap tyre limit and early safety car at the Qatar Grand Prix Racing Bulls driver Liam Lawson claimed the

Yuki Tsunoda News / Total Apex Sports / December 1
Power Move: Red Bull Reportedly Delivers Its Verdict on Tsunoda

Power Move: Red Bull Reportedly Delivers Its Verdict on Tsunoda

It’s a tough world out here. Formula 1 is a pressure cooker, a high-stakes game of musical chairs where only the fastest survive. Every driver on that grid knows that any weekend could be their last if they don’t perform.

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James Vowles hails "dream come true" as Williams secures P5 in constructors' championship

James Vowles hailed Williams' rise to fifth in the 2025 constructors' championship as a "dream come true" after Carlos Sainz's Qatar Grand Prix podium Williams team principal James Vowles described the team's fifth place in the 2025 constructors' championship as a "dream come true".

Formula One News / F1 on SI / December 1

McLaren Favoritism Debate Rages As Australian Senator Enters The Fray

An Australian senator has questioned whether McLaren is favoring Lando Norris over Oscar Piastri in the quest for the Formula 1 drivers' world championship after the team's strategic blunder at the Qatar Grand Prix.

Formula One News / HITC / December 1
Liam Lawson’s unseen radio message emerges as Racing Bulls celebrate beating Yuki Tsunoda

Liam Lawson’s unseen radio message emerges as Racing Bulls celebrate beating Yuki Tsunoda

Racing Bulls driver Liam Lawson went into the Qatar Grand Prix under pressure to perform, and he delivered with a ninth-place finish that added two more points to his total.

Toto Wolff News / FirstSportz / December 1
Toto Wolff Breaks Silence on Red Bull’s 'Utter Nonsense' Accusations at Qatar

Toto Wolff Breaks Silence on Red Bull’s 'Utter Nonsense' Accusations at Qatar

The Qatar GP was one of the more eventful races in the 2025 season. The entire race had multiple controversial situations throughout the session. In the final couple of laps, Kimi Antonelli was defending against Lando Norris for the P4 position.

Helmut Marko News / FirstSportz / December 1
Helmut Marko Accuses Kimi Antonelli of Race Manipulation at Qatar GP

Helmut Marko Accuses Kimi Antonelli of Race Manipulation at Qatar GP

Kimi Antonelli was one of the many drivers to watch at the Qatar GP. The Italian drove consistently throughout the race and was on par to achieve a P4 finish.

Carlos Sainz News / F1 on SI / December 1

How Carlos Sainz 'Nailed' The F1 Qatar Grand Prix To Give Williams a Podium Finish

Carlos Sainz and Williams clinched their second podium finish of the 2025 season in Qatar, securing fifth place in the Constructors' Championship in the process.

Oscar Piastri News / Athlon Sports / December 1
Oscar Piastri’s Camp Furious After Qatar GP

Oscar Piastri’s Camp Furious After Qatar GP

Oscar Piastri delivered one of his cleanest, most commanding F1 weekends of the season in Qatar, until a single strategic decision upended everything.

Formula One News / Yardbarker / December 1
Red Bull Racing announces who will be Verstappen's 2026 teammate 

Red Bull Racing announces who will be Max Verstappen's teammate in 2026

Verstappen will fight for the Drivers’ Championship against McLaren’s Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri in Abu Dhabi on Dec. 7. 

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Verstappen dazzles in Qatar as Drivers' Championship heads to Abu Dhabi

Max Verstappen dazzles in Qatar as Drivers' Championship heads to Abu Dhabi

Verstappen is looking to secure his fifth straight championship. 

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