The latest episode of The Total Motorsport F1 Show dives deep into the dramatic 2025 Dutch Grand Prix, where Oscar Piastri strengthened his grip on the world championship while Lando Norris suffered a crushing late retirement that could define this year’s title race.
Host Joe Krishnan is joined by F1 journalists Ewan Gale and Brandon Sutton to pick apart an eventful weekend at Zandvoort, where Piastri’s seventh win of the season and Isack Hadjar’s fairytale maiden podium provided the biggest talking points.
The panel discusses the decisive moment on lap 65 when Norris’ McLaren ground to a halt in a cloud of smoke, handing his teammate a 34-point advantage in the championship fight. They also debate whether Piastri is now the outright favourite to seal the crown, or if Norris can still mount a fightback with nine races left.
Ferrari woes and Hadjar’s breakthrough
Beyond the McLaren storyline, the show looks at another difficult day for Ferrari, with both Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton crashing out in what became a nightmare double DNF. The team’s strategy calls and driver errors come under the spotlight, as the Scuderia missed out on valuable points.
Meanwhile, 20-year-old Isack Hadjar delivered one of the standout performances of the season. The Racing Bulls rookie held his nerve against some of the sport’s biggest names to secure third place and earn widespread praise from fans and pundits alike. The panel examines what Hadjar’s breakthrough could mean for his long-term F1 future — and whether Red Bull will be keeping a close eye on their junior star.
Where the title fight goes next
Looking ahead, the team previews the Italian Grand Prix at Monza, where McLaren are once again expected to dominate. Can Norris bounce back under pressure from the Tifosi, or will Piastri extend his lead even further?
More from the Singapore GP
Catch up with Total Motorsport's latest Singapore GP coverage, including Max Verstappen's victory at Marina Bay, Ferrari's costly strategy gamble, the full race classification, and the updated 2026 Formula 1 Drivers' and Constructors' Championship standings.
With contrasting fortunes at Zandvoort and simmering tension in the midfield battle, this week’s episode offers analysis, insight, and debate on all the key storylines shaping the 2025 season.
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