F1 2025 STANDINGS : Lewis Hamilton Sparks Ferrari Revival Hopes as Seven-Time Champion Climbs Three Places After Singapore GP… Read more
F1 2025 Standings: Lewis Hamilton Sparks Ferrari Revival Hopes as Seven-Time Champion Climbs Three Places After Singapore GP
Lewis Hamilton’s performance at the Singapore Grand Prix has reignited hopes of a Ferrari resurgence in the 2025 Formula 1 season, as the seven-time world champion moved up three places in the drivers’ standings. Despite facing a post-race penalty that cost him valuable points, Hamilton’s confidence behind the wheel of the Ferrari SF-25 suggested that the Maranello outfit may finally be finding its rhythm.
While George Russell secured a commanding victory at Marina Bay for Mercedes, the weekend’s headlines were dominated by McLaren, who clinched their 10th Constructors’ Championship title. The team celebrated a strong double-points finish with Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris claiming third and fourth respectively — consolidating their dominance in the 2025 campaign.
Elsewhere on the grid, Fernando Alonso emerged as one of the surprise movers in the standings. The two-time world champion delivered a resilient drive to finish seventh, a result that elevated him three positions higher in the championship table. Interestingly, Alonso had initially crossed the line in eighth place but gained a position following a penalty awarded to Hamilton.
Hamilton, who has been fighting for consistency in his debut year with Ferrari, showed flashes of brilliance under the Singapore night lights. After struggling with brake issues earlier in the weekend, he managed to out-qualify team-mate Charles Leclerc, something he has rarely achieved this season. During the race, Hamilton battled fiercely with Alonso in the closing laps but ultimately crossed the line ahead of the Spaniard — only to later receive a five-second time penalty for exceeding track limits.
The penalty dropped Hamilton behind Alonso in the final classification, but it did little to dampen the optimism surrounding his performance. Ferrari insiders reportedly see Hamilton’s pace as a sign of renewed momentum heading into the final stretch of the season. If the British driver can maintain this competitive form over the remaining six rounds, Ferrari could still mount a late charge for second place in the Constructors’ standings.
Currently, Mercedes lead Ferrari by just 27 points — a gap that could easily be closed during a sprint weekend. However, Ferrari’s third position is under threat from Red Bull, who trail the Scuderia by only eight points after Max Verstappen’s strong second-place finish in Singapore. The fight for P2 in the championship is shaping up to be one of the most intriguing battles of the season, with small margins set to make a big difference.
Ferrari’s advantage lies in their driver pairing. With both Hamilton and Leclerc capable of consistently finishing in the points, the Italian team boasts a balanced attack. In contrast, both Mercedes and Red Bull rely heavily on their lead drivers — Russell and Verstappen — to secure the majority of their points. However, Verstappen’s ability to single-handedly carry Red Bull’s campaign remains a key threat.
The latest standings reflect just how competitive the 2025 season has become. Piastri continues to lead the Drivers’ Championship with 336 points, followed by team-mate Norris on 314 and Verstappen on 273. Russell sits in fourth with 237 points, ahead of Leclerc on 173 and Hamilton on 125. The battle in the midfield remains equally fierce, with Kimi Antonelli, Alex Albon, and Isack Hadjar all continuing to impress in their respective teams.
In the Constructors’ Championship, McLaren’s dominance is undeniable. They lead comfortably with 650 points, while Mercedes hold second on 325. Ferrari follow with 298, narrowly ahead of Red Bull on 290. Behind them, Williams (102 points) and Racing Bulls (72 points) round out the top six, with Aston Martin, Kick Sauber, Haas, and Alpine trailing behind.
One notable change to the 2025 season regulations has also influenced the scoring landscape. The fastest lap point, which was introduced in 2019, has been officially removed. The rule had previously allowed drivers finishing inside the top 10 to earn an additional point if they set the fastest lap. However, the FIA decided to scrap the rule after several controversial moments in recent seasons.
In particular, there were multiple cases where drivers pitted late in the race solely to chase the extra point — sometimes even affecting championship outcomes. One memorable example came during Daniel Ricciardo’s final Formula 1 appearance in 2024, when the Australian set the fastest lap in the closing moments of the Singapore GP despite finishing last, depriving Norris of the point and indirectly aiding Verstappen’s title campaign.
As the 2025 season heads toward its climactic final rounds, the spotlight will be on Lewis Hamilton and Ferrari to see if this newfound confidence can translate into podium finishes — and perhaps a long-awaited revival for the Prancing Horse.
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