Oscar Piastri solidified his status as a rising Formula 1 superstar with a commanding victory at the 2025 Miami Grand Prix, leading a historic McLaren 1-2 finish that stunned rivals and delighted fans. The Australian’s fourth win of the season didn’t just extend his championship lead — it sent a message: McLaren is back, and they mean business.
Starting from third on the grid, Piastri wasted no time getting into the mix. After a clean start, he expertly overtook Max Verstappen on Lap 14, taking advantage of McLaren’s superior straight-line speed and tire management. Once ahead, Piastri never looked back, managing his pace while maintaining full control in the humid Florida conditions.
His teammate, Lando Norris, also showcased excellent form. Though unable to match Piastri’s outright pace, Norris comfortably held second position and fended off a late push from George Russell’s Mercedes. Together, they crossed the line more than 30 seconds ahead of the rest of the field — a clear indication of McLaren’s progress after seasons of rebuilding.
The team’s performance comes as a revelation amid an increasingly competitive 2025 field. With Red Bull struggling to find consistent pace and Ferrari tangled in internal strategy conflicts, McLaren has seized the moment to assert dominance. Piastri now leads the Drivers’ Championship with 131 points, followed closely by Norris at 115. Verstappen, who managed only a fourth-place finish in Miami, sits third with 99.
Team Principal Andrea Stella credited the result to months of quiet development work, saying, “This is the result of long nights in the factory, belief in our young drivers, and a car concept that’s finally delivering.”
While it’s still early in the season, the buzz around McLaren is undeniable. The paddock is beginning to view them not just as podium contenders but as genuine championship threats. With Spain and Monaco up next, tracks that reward technical grip and driver finesse, McLaren’s momentum could be hard to stop.
For Oscar Piastri, this Miami win is more than just another victory — it marks the moment he transitioned from rising star to front-runner. And if McLaren can keep this form alive, 2025 might just belong to them