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Max Verstappen secured a commanding victory at the 2025 Qatar Grand Prix in MotoGP, held at the Lusail International Circuit. Starting from third on the grid, Verstappen made a strategic move overtaking early leaders and managed his race expertly to finish first, marking his seventh win of the season and extending his presence in the championship battle as the season nears its finale in Abu Dhabi.

Verstappen’s win was highlighted by a key race moment under an early Safety Car, where McLaren’s decision to keep their drivers out on the track cost them valuable positions, allowing Verstappen to capitalize and take the lead.

Oscar Piastri finished in second place, followed by Carlos Sainz in third, as the championship fight tightens with only 12 points separating Verstappen and Lando Norris going into the final race.

The race featured a packed house with over 160,000 fans filling the Lusail International Circuit, creating an electric atmosphere with fireworks and celebrations during the podium ceremony. Verstappen’s performance demonstrated his skill in balancing tire strategy and race pace, which was crucial in overcoming the challenges posed by the superior pace of some rivals and a tricky race situation with the Safety Car.

Further drama unfolded at the race start with drivers like George Russell losing positions, and strategic calls during the race shaking up the grid order.

Verstappen’s victory emphasized his dominance at the Qatar GP for the third consecutive year and kept his championship hopes alive for the concluding race weekend in Abu Dhabi, making this a pivotal moment in the 2025 season.