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Official Results Confirmed for the 2025 F1 Chinese Grand Prix After Post-Race Drama
The 2025 Formula 1 Chinese Grand Prix at the Shanghai International Circuit concluded with high drama both on and off the track, as the FIA confirmed several significant post-race changes that dramatically altered the final classification.
Initially, the race ended with McLaren celebrating a historic achievement, as Oscar Piastri secured his third career Grand Prix victory and led the team to their 50th one-two finish in Formula 1 history. Lando Norris completed the McLaren success by finishing second, making it a dream weekend for the papaya team. Unlike many of their rivals, McLaren remained unaffected by the post-race investigations and penalties that followed.
However, the focus quickly shifted from celebration to controversy after the chequered flag was waved. The FIA summoned Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc and Alpine’s Pierre Gasly to the stewards’ office after both of their cars were found to be under the minimum weight requirements during the post-race scrutineering process. This immediately cast doubt over their respective finishing positions.
The situation escalated further when Lewis Hamilton, Leclerc’s Ferrari teammate, was also called to the stewards. The seven-time world champion faced scrutiny over a potential breach concerning the skid block—an essential component that helps regulate the car’s ride height and overall compliance with technical regulations.
After careful examination, the FIA handed out strict penalties. All three drivers—Leclerc, Gasly, and Hamilton—were officially disqualified from the race results. This disqualification meant a complete removal from the final classification, stripping them of any points or positions they may have earned on race day.
The decision was a significant blow for Ferrari and Alpine, who had initially hoped to bring home valuable championship points. For Leclerc and Hamilton, it was an especially bitter pill, given Ferrari’s ongoing battle with McLaren and Red Bull in both the Drivers’ and Constructors’ Championship standings.
Alpine, meanwhile, suffered another setback in what has been a challenging season. Gasly’s disqualification added to the team’s woes, as they continue to search for consistency and competitiveness in the 2025 campaign.
As a result of the disqualifications, several other drivers benefited by being promoted up the order in the final standings. The reshuffling helped mid-field teams like Aston Martin, Williams, and Sauber gain unexpected but welcome points, offering a silver lining for those who had originally finished outside the top ten.
The FIA’s strict enforcement of technical compliance highlights Formula 1’s ongoing commitment to fairness and regulation, ensuring all teams adhere to the rules, even in the most high-stakes situations.
With the final classification now officially confirmed, attention turns to the next race on the calendar. Teams will be eager to regroup and address any technical concerns to avoid further setbacks. Meanwhile, McLaren will look to carry forward their momentum after a near-perfect weekend in Shanghai.
In a season already filled with surprises and fierce competition, the Chinese Grand Prix served as a clear reminder that in Formula 1, the race isn’t truly over until the stewards have had their final say.
