Max Verstappen wins Emilia Romagna GP after stunning Oscar Piastri overtake
- Max Verstappen won the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix on May 19, 2025, in Imola after overtaking Oscar Piastri at the first corner.
- The race began with Piastri on pole who initially defended his position before Verstappen made a bold outside move to take the lead.
- Late in the race, a full safety car caused by Kimi Antonelli's retirement erased Verstappen's lead and bunched the field for a final restart with nine laps to go.
- Verstappen maintained control to finish first, Norris moved past Piastri for second, finishing alongside McLaren teammate Piastri, while Verstappen said he was "incredibly proud of everyone."
- The win cut Piastri's championship lead to 13 points over Norris and left Verstappen 22 points behind, suggesting a tightening title battle ahead.
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Max Verstappen added another coat of steel to his reputation as F1’s fastest and boldest driver and confirmed a need for “old school” circuits with his commanding fourth consecutive win at the Autodromo Enzo e Dino Ferrari on Sunday.
Max Verstappen added another coat of steel to his reputation as F1’s fastest and boldest driver and confirmed a need for “old school” circuits with his commanding fourth consecutive win at the Autodromo Enzo e Dino Ferrari on Sunday.
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