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Piastri’s manager calls for ‘attitude change’
Oscar Piastri’s manager Mark Webber believes a mindset adjustment is necessary for the McLaren driver to re-enter the F1 title contention. Piastri’s recent winless streak of six races is not helping his chances, especially considering he was 34 points ahead of teammate Lando Norris after the Dutch Grand Prix and is now 24 points behind with only three race weekends left. Although Piastri is still in the running for the championship, he must begin narrowing the gap at the upcoming Las Vegas Grand Prix to have any hope of winning his first world title. Webber emphasized the importance of Piastri finding his inner determination and altering his attitude to reignite his competitive spirit, despite his commendable performance in only his third F1 season.
The ongoing battle between Piastri and Norris has been a highlight of the 2025 season, with McLaren demonstrating a dominant car that has secured seven one-two finishes and clinched the constructors’ title early on. However, the ultimate question remains as to which driver will claim the coveted drivers’ championship. While Norris leads the standings with 390 points, Piastri follows closely with 366 points, with the four-time world champion Max Verstappen trailing behind at 341 points. Verstappen’s title hopes hinge on McLaren encountering major setbacks, with him needing a double Did Not Finish (DNF) scenario to rejoin the title fight.
