P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Is Max Verstappen still a serious threat to McLaren in this year’s F1 title race?
Max Verstappen is considered a strong contender for the 2025 F1 title, which poses challenges for McLaren, as noted by Johnny Herbert. Verstappen has closed the gap to Oscar Piastri in the drivers’ standings to 63 points with six races remaining. His recent successes, winning two out of three races and placing second in Singapore, showcase Red Bull’s resurgence under new team boss Laurent Mekies. Herbert applauds Red Bull for heeding Verstappen’s feedback and making changes for the better. The positive dynamics between Verstappen’s camp and the team’s leadership, under Mekies, are seen as advantageous for Red Bull. This shift puts additional pressure on McLaren, making Verstappen the fastest threat on the grid and a challenging scenario for McLaren’s race prospects.
