Max Verstappen Wins Fourth Consecutive Emilia-Romagna GP

Max Verstappen secured his second victory of the 2025 Formula 1 season at the Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix, marking Red Bull Racing's 400th Grand Prix start with a win. Starting second on the grid, Verstappen overtook polesitter Oscar Piastri early on, maintaining a commanding lead throughout the race despite strategic challenges including Virtual Safety Car and full Safety Car periods. Verstappen's extended stint on medium tyres, combined with timely pit stops during the VSC, allowed him to retain his lead against strong competition from McLaren's Lando Norris and Piastri. Norris finished second after overtaking Piastri, who held off a late charge from Lewis Hamilton, finishing fourth. The race also featured notable performances from Alexander Albon of Williams in fifth, Charles Leclerc in sixth, and George Russell, the sole Mercedes finisher, in seventh. Verstappen's dominance at Imola continues, as this marks his fourth consecutive win at the circuit, boosting his championship prospects.