Oscar Piastri continues to dominate the 2025 Formula 1 season, securing his sixth victory at the Belgian Grand Prix and maintaining his impressive consecutive points streak. Currently leading the drivers’ championship by 16 points over McLaren teammate Lando Norris, Piastri remains a strong contender for the title as he aims to surpass historic records.
Tracking the Consecutive Points Finishes in Formula 1
Piastri’s current run marks his 39th consecutive finish within the top 10, a streak that began at the 2023 Las Vegas Grand Prix. This milestone places him third on the all-time list of consecutive points finishes in Formula 1. The only drivers ahead of him are legendary champions Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen.
Lewis Hamilton holds the record for the longest sequence, with 48 consecutive points finishes spanning from the 2018 British Grand Prix to the 2020 Bahrain Grand Prix. His streak was halted by the coronavirus pandemic, preventing what might have been an extension to 54 races, ending officially at the 2021 Azerbaijan Grand Prix.
Max Verstappen ranks second with 43 consecutive points finishes, achieved between the 2022 Emilia Romagna Grand Prix and the 2024 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix. Hamilton’s ongoing streak currently stands at 34 races, and he has consistently scored points since the 2024 Australian Grand Prix.
Ranking the Formula 1 Consecutive Points Finishes Leaders
Here are the top drivers with the most consecutive points finishes in recent F1 history:
1. Lewis Hamilton – 48 races (2018 British GP to 2020 Bahrain GP)
2. Max Verstappen – 43 races (2022 Emilia Romagna GP to 2024 Saudi Arabian GP)
3. Oscar Piastri – 39 races (2023 Las Vegas GP to 2025 Belgian GP)
4. Lando Norris – 34 races (2023 Abu Dhabi GP to 2025 Spanish GP)
5. Lewis Hamilton – 34 races (2024 Japanese GP to 2025 Belgian GP)
What This Means for Piastri and the 2025 Season
Piastri’s pursuit of his 40th consecutive points finish highlights his consistency and rising status within the sport. Breaking into the top two all-time records would solidify his place alongside Hamilton and Verstappen as one of the sport’s most reliable performers. As the season unfolds, fans and analysts alike will watch closely to see if Piastri can extend his points streak and challenge the longstanding record set by Hamilton.
Our Reader’s Queries
Q. Is Oscar Piastri a nice person?
A. This might be the first time we’ve seen Oscar Piastri, who is usually calm and nice, look really upset after a race. It’s understandable why he feels this way. Where I come from, we’d say he was feeling a bit cranky.
