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Max Verstappen warns Lando Norris’ title recovery harder due to F1 teammate rivalry
Max Verstappen acknowledged the complexity of Lando Norris’ F1 title race recovery as Norris’ teammate is his main rival. Norris’ chances were compromised after his failure to finish the Dutch Grand Prix, widening his points deficit to 34 behind Oscar Piastri. McLaren attributed Norris’ DNF to a chassis-related issue initially thought to be an engine problem. Verstappen highlighted the challenge for Norris, who faces a tough climb with nine races remaining to secure his first F1 world title, contrasting it with his own past battles. Despite the setback, Verstappen stressed the importance of perseverance and hard work in the unpredictable world of F1 championships.
