In his rookie year he became the youngest driver to lead a race and set a fastest lap (Japan) and the youngest sprint polesitter (Miami). His first podium was 3rd in Canada, followed by 2nd in São Paulo and 3rd in Las Vegas. He finished 7th with 150 points, the most points by a rookie in a season. In the game: Suzuka, the Miami sprint (from pole) and Montreal.
At the 2025 Canadian Grand Prix in Montreal, where he finished 3rd behind his winning team-mate George Russell. It made him the third-youngest podium finisher in Formula 1 history. He added 2nd in São Paulo and 3rd in Las Vegas, and his 150 points were a record for a first season.
