Dutch GP Driver Ratings: Max Verstappen Agony as Lando Norris Delivers

In the last race at Zandvoort circuit, Dutch GP hints at change of guard in World Championship chase

The last race (for now) in the Dutch coastal town had the fans on their feet throughout, despite home hero Max Verstappen’s early crash threatening to dampen the spirits. The early red flag, a multi-stop strategy, a late Virtual Safety Car (VSC) and three teams showing good pace all played their part in an eventful finish.

Dutch GP driver ratings: Max Verstappen agony as Lando Norris delivers

Lando Norris made it two wins from two as he impressed in Zandvoort while Max Verstappen had a rare early exit.

Motorsport Week’s 2026 F1 Dutch GP Driver Ratings

Andrea Kimi Antonelli’s tyre troubles at Zandvoort meant Lando Norris made it back-to-back wins in 2026. Here’s how the drivers fared at the Formula 1 Dutch Grand Prix. The reigning F1 World Champion prevailed over the established pecking order on either side of the summer break after beating championship leader Antonelli to the race win at the final Dutch GP. Lando Norris: 9.5 Grid Position: P1, Race Result: P1 Norris bucked the trend of Merced…

2026 F1 Dutch Grand Prix - Zandvoort Driver Ratings

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