Dutch Grand Prix 2025 - Race Schedule and Countdown

Oscar Piastri silenced the Dutch crowd with a brilliant victory at Zandvoort, defeating hometown hero Max Verstappen by 1.271 seconds at the Red Bull driver's home Grand Prix. The Australian converted pole position into his seventh win of 2025, demonstrating commanding pace through the undulating Dutch coastal circuit. In a sensational result, Racing Bulls rookie Isack Hadjar claimed his maiden Formula 1 podium in third place, finishing just 1.962 seconds behind Verstappen to cap a breakthrough weekend.

Piastri controlled the race from lights to flag, managing his advantage over a charging Verstappen who threw everything at the McLaren in front of his orange-clad supporters. The Red Bull driver's spirited challenge fell short as Piastri responded to every attack with precision and composure, never allowing Verstappen close enough to attempt an overtake. Behind them, Hadjar delivered a mature performance beyond his experience level, capitalizing on Norris's struggles to secure an emotional first podium on just his fifteenth Grand Prix start. The French-Algerian driver's achievement provided Racing Bulls with their first podium since the team's rebrand.

The Dutch Grand Prix victory re-established Piastri's championship credentials after Norris's recent surge, the Australian reasserting his points lead with six races remaining. His ability to beat Verstappen at the Dutchman's home event demonstrated remarkable mental strength and racing maturity. While Norris finished outside the podium, the championship battle remained intense, with the McLaren teammates separated by a narrow margin. Hadjar's breakthrough podium signaled the emergence of another young talent, as the 2025 season continued to showcase Formula 1's remarkable depth of driving quality.