POWER RANKINGS: Who made their mark on a record-breaking Monza weekend?
The 2025 Italian Grand Prix at Monza was nothing short of spectacular, with Max Verstappen delivering a flawless performance that earned him pole position and a commanding race victory. But Verstappen wasn't the only standout—our Power Rankings judges took a close look at the entire field to highlight the top performers who left a lasting impression on one of Formula 1's fastest and most intense weekends.
Verstappen stormed to the front, converting his historic pole position—set at a record-breaking average speed of 264.7 km/h—into a win, demonstrating precision, pace, and strategic mastery that few could match. Behind him, McLaren’s dynamic duo of Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri showcased resilience and skill, securing second and third places respectively, despite team orders to swap positions near the race’s dramatic conclusion. Their podium results tightened the championship battle, with Piastri’s lead cut but still holding firm at 32 points.
Charles Leclerc and George Russell continued to display their consistency and overtaking prowess, locking out fourth and fifth places with their Ferrari and Mercedes machines. Lewis Hamilton’s recovery drive from a grid penalty to sixth place confirmed his relentless determination and racecraft on a track that punishes mistakes ruthlessly.
Further down, Williams’ Alex Albon and Kick Sauber’s Gabriel Bortoleto impressed by securing points finishes amidst fierce battles, while Mercedes rookie Kimi Antonelli overcame adversity to nab ninth despite a five-second penalty. Rounding out the top ten was Isack Hadjar, who turned a pit-lane start into a points haul for Racing Bulls.
Check out the full Power Rankings leaderboard below to see who else made the cut and why this Monza weekend will be remembered for incredible speed, close battles, and moments that defined the season. With records shattered and rivalries heating up, the race to the championship title has never been more thrilling.
| Position | Driver | Team | Power Ranking Score | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Max Verstappen | Red Bull | 10 | Masterclass performance; pole position and dominant race win; record-breaking lap speed. |
| 2 | Charles Leclerc | Ferrari | 9 | Consistent qualifying and race pace; fourth place in both; solid on-track battles. |
| 3 | Gabriel Bortoleto | Stake | 9 | Rookie standout; points finish and clean race execution amid chaos. |
| 4 | Lando Norris | McLaren | 7.5 | Strong qualifying and second-place finish; best McLaren driver of the weekend. |
| 5 | Lewis Hamilton | Ferrari | 7.5 | Recovery drive with key overtakes; finished sixth after grid penalty. |
| 6 | Alex Albon | Williams | 7.5 | Points finish in a competitive field; steady race. |
| 7 | Isack Hadjar | Racing Bulls | 7.5 | Impressive points haul; resilient under pressure. |
| 8 | Oscar Piastri | McLaren | 7 | Podium finish, but faced team orders controversy with Norris swap. |
| 9 | George Russell | Mercedes | 7 | Strong race pace and tactical driving earned solid points. |
| 10 | Ollie Bearman | Haas | 7 | Points finish, contributing valuable team points. |
This table highlights the drivers who impressed the Power Rankings judges at the 2025 Italian Grand Prix weekend at Monza, reflecting a mix of dominant performances, tactical savvy, rookie breakthroughs, and recovery drives under challenging race conditions.
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