With the Azerbaijan Grand Prix now in the books, we only have seven races left to determine the 2025 F1 champion. Racing fans have not been used to this level of drama in the last few years, as Max Verstappen has completely dominated the sport. But the race for the number one spot is as open as it has been for a long time – and F1 fans are loving every minute.
The betting market for the drivers’ championship has virtually been closed by this time of year in the last few seasons, but there are a number of names still in the running in 2025. If you are thinking of placing an F1 bet in Canada, now might be the perfect time, as the next few races will be crucial.
We are going to take a look at what the next few months of F1 racing have in store, as well as which of the top drivers can be expected to make a push for the title.
October Excitement
We are now down to the last three months of the F1 calendar, with a whole host of intriguing Grand Prix still to go. The three October races, in particular, could prove pivotal as to who ends up claiming the title. Singapore is up first, with the city lights and tight corners adding even more drama to the event.
Then it’s off to the Americas – the Circuit of Americas to be exact. There are some incredible elevation changes and sweeping bends for the drivers to navigate, as well as the celebrity-packed Austin crowd. It’s also a Sprint Weekend, so expect some added drama. The end of the month sees F1 travel back to Mexico and the altitude of the Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez. Set at 2,200 meters above sea level, the conditions could play a real part here.
November in the Americas
The way the season has gone so far, there is nothing to suggest that the final outcome of the drivers’ championship will be decided by the time we move into November. Three more races will be served up, spanning South and North America, once again, and finished off with another Sprint Weekend, this time in Qatar.
It’s Sãu Paulo first though, and the Interlagos has quite a history of determining champions. Yet another Sprint Weekend ensures that the carnival atmosphere will be in full effect. If that wasn’t enough, the Strip hosts the Las Vegas Grand Prix a week before Thanksgiving. This Saturday night event rivals anything else the City in the Desert has to offer.
December Finale
After the Qatar Grand Prix at the picturesque Lusail International Circuit at the end of November, F1 remains in the Middle East for the traditional season finale. With the incredible light of the desert kingdom transforming as day turns into night, there is a real feeling that everything might come down to this final Grand Prix.
It will be a finale in more ways than one, of course, as F1 brings in its sweeping new regulations in 2026. This will be the last outing for the current crop of cars and engines – and the drivers and constructors are sure to want to go out with a bang.
Can Piastri Recover?
It is fair to assume that the Azerbaijan Grand Prix did not go to plan for McLaren. Drivers’ championship leader Oscar Piastri exited proceedings with a crash on the very first lap and Lando Norris was unable to take up the reins, with neither taking any podium points. Piastri still has the lead, but will he be able to recover for the remaining races?
Physically, nothing is wrong. But that crash could have a serious effect on Piastri’s mindset as he gets ready for the next Grand Prix. It will be really interesting to see how he reacts for the races ahead and whether he will be able to return to the consistency he has been showing all season long.
Could Verstappen Win Again?
Max Verstappen had been dismissing the idea of him clawing his way back into the race and winning a fifth consecutive title. But taking the checkered flag in Baku has surely raised the question once again. The great Dutchman still has a lot to do in the remaining seven races, but he must surely be considered a threat to Piastri now.
Verstappen is still almost 100 points behind Piastri and would need the Australian to fail to record points in races, as well as winning them himself, to have any chance. There is also Lando Norris to deal with, who would surely come through if his McLaren teammate started to falter. Back-to-back victories in Monza and Baku have suddenly made everything very interesting, however.
Lando’s Year?
Lando Norris received some criticism for not making the most of Piastri’s crash in Baku. A poor qualifying performance meant that it was always going to be difficult for the British driver on a circuit that allows for very little overtaking. He closed the gap at the top by just six points by finishing in seventh and now needs to pick up more in the seven remaining races.
It is sometimes difficult to remember that Norris only claimed his first Grand Prix win last year in Miami and finished the season in second after pushing for the title himself. He began 2025 in fine style, taking the checkered flag at the Australian Grand Prix, and has racked up further wins to put himself in a good position with just three months of racing to go.
Gripping Finale
The 2025 F1 season looks like it will remain competitive until the very last race, with any one of three drivers still in with a chance. McLaren looks set to win the constructors’ championship again, but its two drivers will be dueling to the finish to determine the individual trophy. Or might Max Verstappen prove us all wrong and cement his name in F1 racing history once and for all?