Piastri shines bright, as Red Bull turn the page

OSCAR Piastri continues to prove that his form in the 2025 season is no fluke, cementing his status as a legitimate championship contender in only his second year with McLaren.

- OBAKENG MELETSE

The ex-Alpine driver clinched victory at the Belgian Grand Prix, stretching his lead in the drivers' championship to 16 points ahead of teammate Lando Norris, who followed him home in second at Spa.

The battle between the two McLaren drivers has been fierce and free of team orders, with both pushing each other to the limit. So far, Piastri has landed the more decisive blows, but with such a slim margin separating them, any slip-up could become the defining moment in a season that's fast shaping into a thriller between teammates driving arguably the best car on the grid.

While McLaren have surged ahead with unrivalled pace, the rest of the paddock continues to chase shadows. And with the Hungarian Grand Prix looming just a few days away, there's little time for reflection.

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