P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Piastri and Norris on verge of MONSTER FIA penalty at Azerbaijan Grand Prix
F1 championship contenders Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri face the risk of receiving massive penalties at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix weekend. With only 31 points separating them in the standings, Norris has been closing the gap on Piastri. As the championship battle enters its final third with eight races remaining, both drivers are gearing up for intense competition. However, they are teetering on the edge of incurring a 10-place grid penalty for exceeding the allowed number of power unit elements. Norris and Piastri have already used four of each required element and risking a fifth could result in penalties similar to what Lewis Hamilton received earlier in the season.
Several other drivers, including Max Verstappen and George Russell, are also nearing the penalty threshold. Piastri faced a scare during FP1 in Azerbaijan due to a power unit issue, but the team managed to resolve it without needing a new element. Meanwhile, Norris is focused on seeking redemption in Baku and aims to secure a victory to narrow the gap to Piastri in the championship standings. On a mission to showcase his championship credentials, Norris is determined to overcome the challenges and pursue the 2025 drivers’ title with determination and skill.
