Imola GP Results: Max Verstappen claims milestone victory for Red Bull ahead of McLaren duo

Max Verstappen delivered a masterclass at the 2025 Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix, securing his second victory of the season and fourth consecutive win at Imola.

The Dutchman’s triumph also marked a significant milestone for Red Bull Racing, celebrating their 400th Formula 1 Grand Prix.

Starting from second on the grid, Verstappen executed a decisive move at the Tamburello chicane, overtaking pole-sitter Oscar Piastri to seize the lead. 

Despite pressure from McLaren's Lando Norris in the closing stages, Verstappen maintained his composure to cross the finish line 0.725 seconds ahead.

McLaren showcased their growing competitiveness with a double podium finish.

Lando Norris, starting fourth, capitalised on a late-race opportunity to overtake teammate Oscar Piastri, securing second place.

Piastri, despite leading in the early laps, settled for third after a strategic pit stop during a Virtual Safety Car period did not yield the desired advantage.

Verstappen's victory on Sunday has  narrowed the gap in the Drivers' Championship standings.

Oscar Piastri still leads with 146 points, followed by Lando Norris at 133, and Verstappen closing in with 124 points.

Meanwhile, in the Constructors' Championship, Red Bull maintains the lead with 268 points, while Ferrari and McLaren trail with 212 and 154 points, respectively.

Here are the official race results for the 2025 Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix at Imola:

1, Max Verstappen (Red Bull)

2, Lando Norris (McLaren)

3, Oscar Piastri (McLaren)

4, Lewis Hamilton (Ferrari)

5, Alexander Albon (Williams)

6, Charles Leclerc (Ferrari)

7, George Russell (Mercedes)

8, Carlos Sainz (Williams)

9, Isack Hadjar (Racing Bulls)

10, Yuki Tsunoda (Racing Bulls)

11, Fernando Alonso (Aston Martin)

12, Nico Hülkenberg (Haas)

13, Pierre Gasly (Alpine)

14, Liam Lawson (Racing Bulls)

15, Lance Stroll (Aston Martin)

16, Franco Colapinto (Alpine)

17, Ollie Bearman (Haas)

18, Gabriel Bortoleto (Kick Sauber)

Esteban Ocon (Haas) – Retired

Kimi Antonelli (Mercedes) – Retired