P1 with Matt and Tommy United States GP Driver Ratings
Oct 22, 2025
In an exciting weekend of racing, the hosts break down driver performances across the sprint and main race. Max Verstappen shines with a perfect run, while Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc showcase remarkable consistency. They also discuss the ups and downs of drivers like Nico Hülkenberg and Carlos Sainz, highlighting their sprint success and race challenges. Controversial moments and strategic moves from racers like Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris add to the drama. Tune in for a lively debate on ratings and insights into the F1 world!
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Sprint Weekends Skew Driver Ratings
- Sprint weekends create complex rating challenges because performances in sprint, sprint qualifying and the main race can differ dramatically.
- Matt and Tommy factor sprint and main race results together to produce a single driver rating each week.
Experience Can Elevate A Team's Weekend
- Nico Hülkenberg outperformed his teammate and carried Sauber's pace impression for the weekend.
- The hosts credit Hulkenberg's sprint qualifying and solid race points despite the chaotic sprint start.
Sprint Points Boost Midfield Grades
- Strong sprint results can salvage an otherwise average weekend for midfield drivers.
- Matt gave Alex Albon extra credit for scoring sprint points despite a poor main race.