Oscar Piastri holds the top spot in RacingNews365's F1 driver performance ratings, with Max Verstappen narrowly positioned above Lando Norris. This comes as Norris has significantly closed the gap on Piastri in the actual 2025 drivers' championship fight.
Why it matters
These ratings offer a different perspective on driver performance, measuring consistency and brilliance beyond championship points. Piastri's consistent high performance sets him apart, even as Norris gains momentum in race wins.
The details
- Oscar Piastri leads with an average score of 8.2. His consistent strong showings have kept him ahead.
- Max Verstappen is second, averaging 7.7, despite Red Bull's challenging season start.
- Lando Norris follows closely in third with 7.6. His early season included qualifying errors and collisions, but recent wins have significantly boosted his standing.
- Perfect 10s: Out of 280 possible scores from 14 races, only six drivers have achieved a perfect 10:
- Oscar Piastri: Bahrain, Spain
- Max Verstappen: Japan
- Lando Norris: Monaco, Austria
- George Russell: Bahrain (for second place despite systems failures)
What's next
With 10 races remaining, the battle for McLaren's internal championship is intensifying. These performance ratings will continue to evolve as drivers face new challenges and opportunities to impress.