P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Guenther Steiner’s view on Oscar Piastri’s struggles – and whether he has the full backing of McLaren
Guenther Steiner, the former Haas boss, has expressed concern that Oscar Piastri may be questioning the level of support he is receiving from McLaren during a challenging period in the 2025 F1 season.
Piastri, who previously held a substantial lead over Lando Norris in the F1 drivers’ championship, now finds himself just 14 points ahead with five races remaining.
In recent races, Norris has managed to outperform Piastri consistently, narrowing the gap significantly.
Piastri faced setbacks in races like Azerbaijan and the United States, where he struggled for pace and faced challenging finishes.
On the other hand, Norris has been delivering strong performances, posing a threat to Piastri’s title lead.
Amidst Max Verstappen’s resurgence, McLaren faces a complex decision on how to support both drivers when one’s championship hopes diminish.
Steiner believes that Piastri needs the team’s unwavering support to overcome the doubts that could be affecting his confidence and performance during this critical phase of the season.
