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Oscar Piastri Extends F1 Championship Lead with Miami GP Victory

McLaren secures another dominant one-two finish as Piastri claims his third consecutive win and Norris calls for greater team precision.

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Overview

  • Oscar Piastri won the 2025 Miami Grand Prix, marking his third straight victory and extending his championship lead to 16 points over teammate Lando Norris.
  • McLaren achieved a one-two finish in Miami, increasing their constructors' championship lead to 105 points after six races.
  • Max Verstappen, despite starting on pole, finished fourth after being overtaken by both McLaren drivers and Mercedes' George Russell.
  • McLaren's MCL39 continues to dominate in race conditions due to its superior tyre management, though qualifying inconsistencies persist due to a 'numb' front axle.
  • Lando Norris, who won the Sprint race, has publicly urged McLaren to maintain precision to sustain their championship momentum.