The 2025 Australian Grand Prix is heating up, with Oscar Piastri emerging as a top contender after dominating the third practice session. The Australian McLaren driver clocked a scorching 1:15.921, leaving the competition in his wake.
Piastri’s impressive performance has sparked excitement among fans, with many tipping him to become the first Australian to secure pole position at the Australian Grand Prix. His teammate, Lando Norris, also demonstrated impressive speed, although he withdrew from his fastest lap and didn’t set a representative time.
Meanwhile, reigning champion Max Verstappen expressed concerns about Red Bull’s pace, citing balance issues and a lack of speed. Verstappen’s teammate, Liam Lawson, faced a frustrating session, with a car issue forcing him to abandon his first flying lap and failing to set a time.
Lewis Hamilton, driving for Ferrari, described his first competitive day with the team as “completely different” as he works to understand and improve his performance. Hamilton finished fifth in the second practice session, trailing his teammate Charles Leclerc by 0.42 seconds.
Other notable performers included George Russell, who topped the timesheets in the first sector, and Alex Albon, who impressed with his speed in the Williams, finishing sixth in FP3.
With a 95% chance of rain predicted for race day, teams will need to balance their pursuit of pole position with the need to prepare for a potentially wet race. The drivers will face a challenging qualifying session, with the weather conditions adding an extra layer of complexity to the proceedings.
As the 2025 Australian Grand Prix approaches, the stage is set for a thrilling competition. Will Piastri continue his impressive form, or will Verstappen and Red Bull bounce back? One thing is certain – the battle for pole position and the top step of the podium will be fierce.
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