P1racenews AI automatic summary:
There is now just one point between Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri in the drivers’ standings…
McLaren boss Andrea Stella attributes Lando Norris’ rise to the top of the F1 championship standings in Mexico to his prowess in low grip conditions. Norris’ impressive weekend culminated in him leading the drivers’ standings, erasing a 14-point deficit to teammate Oscar Piastri. Piastri’s struggles continued as he finished fifth, leaving Norris with 116 points on the table, just one point ahead of Piastri’s 356. Max Verstappen trails with 321 points. Stella noted that Norris has displayed similar dominance in venues with low grip conditions before, showcasing his confidence and speed. As the championship race tightens, both Norris and Piastri head into the final four races with optimism, backed by a better understanding of their car’s performance capabilities gained from past races.
