Analyzing the 2025 F1 Championship Contenders Post-Bahrain

The dust has settled on the Bahrain Grand Prix, and it’s clear that the title race is heating up. Oscar Piastri, the Australian sensation, has proven his title ambitions with a dominating performance in Bahrain. His impressive campaign so far has placed him just behind Lando Norris in the standings, poised to capitalize on any missteps by the Brit.

Piastri’s Impressive Performance in Bahrain

The weekend at Sakhir was nothing short of perfect for Piastri. He was consistently fast throughout practice, dominated qualifying, and showed unyielding strength during the race. There wasn’t a single moment when it seemed someone else would take the win.

Without a visible mistake in Melbourne, Piastri would be leading the championship. However, he’s already closing the gap on Norris, making him the favorite for the title.

Red Bull’s Troubles Mounting

Max Verstappen managed to win the Japanese Grand Prix, but the Bahrain Grand Prix revealed the true picture of Red Bull’s struggles. “I am just taking part in this championship,” Verstappen told the Dutch media on Saturday night. The team lacks pure pace, grapples with balance issues, and suffers from disastrous pit stops.

With a mountain to climb, Red Bull needs to make improvements quickly, as they will need to shift their focus to 2026 at some point.

Norris Needs to Step Up His Game

Lando Norris’s victory in Melbourne had many believing he had silenced his critics, but Bahrain showed that he still has work to do to reach the level of a world champion. His sixth place in qualifying and a lost opportunity during the race allowed Piastri to take advantage.

Russell Continues to Impress

George Russell, often overlooked amidst the Verstappen-Ferrari drama, continues to impress with three podiums in four races. Despite a penalty and a bold tire choice during the safety car, Russell remains within touching distance of the championship lead.

Alpine Shows Speed but Needs Consistency

Alpine is no longer the only team without points in the 2025 F1 season, thanks to Pierre Gasly’s strong drive to seventh place in Bahrain. The challenge now is to carry this momentum into Saudi Arabia next week.

As the championship heats up, it’s clear that the battle for the title will be fierce. Piastri leads the charge, but Norris and Russell are hot on his heels. Red Bull needs to find solutions quickly if they want to remain in contention. The race is on!