Round 5 F1 driver power rankings: Consistent Charles climbing

The top two seem set right now, but how about those behind them? Could a certain driver in red be climbing as another in red struggles to hold position?

Before we find out, the usual disclaimer. You know the drill, these are all subjective and based mainly on my (incredibly smart) opinion mixed with form and on-track results, meaning it is a generally subjective list that holds no real weight except for the large basis of fact I like to think I can generate.

So with that in mind, let’s get to the rankings!

10. Ollie Bearman (-4)

No points for Ollie this weekend but still made his way up the field and did what he could, where he could.

9. Carlos Sainz (+6)

That’s more like it! Solid all weekend and finally bringing home some desserts for his efforts.

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8. Alex Albon (+3)

Beaten by his teammate but drove well in the race to make up some great positions and help with a good points haul for the team.

7. Isack Hadjar (+6)

His incident in Australia seems so long ago now doesn’t it? Since then, he continues to shine and showcase why he is a star of the future.

6. Kimi Antonelli (+1)

Speaking of stars of the future, Kimi does what he can once more to help bring more points to his team and showcase why Mercedes hyped him up so much.

5. George Russell (-2)

Feels wrong to drop him when he has been nothing but consistent. But when two drivers have to go up, he sadly has to go down.

4. Lando Norris (-2)

Not the end to the triple header he would’ve been hoping for. Luckily for him the next race is Miami, the scene of his first ever race win 12 months ago. Here’s hoping that will bring him a much needed return to form.

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3. Charles Leclerc (+2)

He’s not setting the world on fire with wins or poles, but he is doing everything he can with that car to bring in solid points for the team. A podium this weekend was just rewards for his efforts.

2. Max Verstappen (+2)

Could’ve been a win, but still a solid second. Once he calms down, I’m sure he’ll be happy with the result.

1. Oscar Piastri (-)

An Australian on top of the World Championship for the first time in 5308 days. What better Easter could Aussie F1 fans have asked for?

What do you think of this list? Which order would you currently rank the drivers in? Let me know your thoughts below!