Piastri wins Bahrain Grand Prix, Russell second amid investigation

Oscar Piastri secured a dominant victory at the 2025 Bahrain Grand Prix, marking his second win of the season and closing the gap to teammate Lando Norris in the championship standings. Piastri started from pole and maintained a comfortable lead throughout the race, finishing 15 seconds ahead of second-place George Russell, who is under investigation for a DRS infringement. Norris, despite facing a five-second penalty for a false start, managed to finish third after an impressive drive from sixth on the grid. Ferrari's Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton rounded out the top five, while Max Verstappen struggled to secure only sixth place. The race was noted for its strategic tire choices, with many teams opting for a two-stop strategy. This victory marks a significant achievement for McLaren, as it was their first win in front of their Bahraini shareholders.