Overview
- Piastri’s breakout 2025 included seven Grand Prix wins and 14 podiums, yet he now trails teammate Lando Norris by 24 points with three races remaining after five outings off the podium.
- Piastri delivered a video message calling the award in Sir Donald Bradman’s name a “massive privilege,” while his parents collected the trophy in Melbourne.
- SAHOF selection chair Bruce McAvaney said Piastri’s rise was the year’s most compelling Australian sporting story, underscoring the decision.
- The 24-year-old will debut a special Las Vegas helmet echoing the RC car livery from his 2010 Australian national title.
- Seven-time world champion Layne Beachley earned the Dawn Award for advancing women’s surfing, with her advocacy linked to pay equity achieved in 2018.