Formula 1 returned to Europe with the Austrian Grand Prix this weekend, from Friday, June 27, to Sunday, June 29, covering 71 laps on a 4.318km circuit. Named the Red Bull Ring, it is one of the shortest lap circuits in Formula 1, featuring three straight sections separated by quick curves with ups and downs that can be likened to a toboggan ride. Now, one of the most sprint-like races has arrived, and here is our Pay Per Head prediction.
Austrian Grand Prix Analysis: Red Bull Ring Dynamics, Key Drivers & Race Expectations
The Austrian Grand Prix promises to be one of the best races in the eleventh stop on the calendar, following the exciting circuit of Canada, where George Russell and Mercedes earn valuable points for both the drivers’ and constructors’ championships, as well as their teammate, Kimi Antonelli, who has surprise everyone this season, earning his first podium position in his rookie season. Now, the eyes of everyone are set on the McLaren drivers who crashed into each other in the last race, remaining outside of the podium positions and, of course, losing points that could have increased their lead. Lando Norris took responsibility for the clash in the final laps with Oscar Piastri, which prevented him from achieving third place.
Latest Standings Before the Austrian Grand Prix 2025
Following the recent results in the Canadian Grand Prix, the drivers’ standings now present a different picture than they did after the Spanish Grand Prix. The Australian driver Oscar Piastri keeps holding that first place with 198 points, with Lando Norris in second place (173); however, the distance with the Dutch Max Verstappen (155) has now been reduced to 18 points, and George Russell is trying to compete for a spot as well with 136 points. Verstappen remains one point short of the penalty suspension, which could result in a one-race ban, meaning he is once again on the verge of a perfect race that keeps him away from any possible incidents.
Constructors’ Championship Race & Key Insights
Despite the unchanged standings in the last race, this one could present at least some variations in terms of the points distance between Mercedes (199), Ferrari (183), and Red Bull Racing (162), all competing for the second place, which is still far behind the first-place McLaren (374). The big news comes from Williams, who has just announced the extension of Team Principal James Vowles, who has signed a new long-term contract to retain the position for a further two and a half years. In the current season, Williams has earned 55 points, surpassing the total of the past three seasons combined.
F1 Austrian Grand Prix Prediction: Winner & Podium for this 2025
Given the circumstances where Verstappen should be cautious of any incident, and the recent podium finishes by Mercedes drivers, Antonelli, and Russell, it will be challenging to say that Norris or Piastri will achieve a win smoothly, as the first races of the season have shown us. However, as McLaren seems to be the best race car among the constructors, it is possible that the long straights of this circuit could ultimately favor them. We predict that the orange team will reach the podium, and the third spot will be clinched by either Verstappen or Russell, who could repeat a win in Austria—expect no significant surprises in this Grand Prix.
