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Can Oscar Piastri wrestle back the momentum in this year’s F1 title race?
Jenson Button, the 2009 F1 world champion, has cautioned Oscar Piastri about his recent poor form affecting his chances in the current title race.
As they head into the Las Vegas Grand Prix, Piastri trails McLaren teammate Lando Norris by 24 points after three fifth-place finishes.
Piastri held a 34-point advantage over Norris after the Dutch Grand Prix, but has struggled since then, managing only one podium finish.
Despite crashing out in Azerbaijan and facing a pace deficit to Norris, many anticipated Norris, not Piastri, to struggle under pressure in the championship battle.
Button, speaking on Sky Sports’ F1 Show, expressed surprise at Piastri’s difficulties under pressure, emphasizing the mental challenges of a championship battle.
Recognizing the importance of mental fortitude and finding effective solutions, Button highlighted the risk of Piastri getting lost in experimentation and adjustments to match Norris’s car setup.
