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Verstappen ‘knew’ about McLaren disqualification before FIA verdict
Jos Verstappen stated that his son, Max Verstappen, was aware of the disqualification of both McLaren drivers from the Las Vegas Grand Prix. Despite their disqualification, Max Verstappen emerged as the race winner, closing the gap in the championship. With Lando Norris now only 24 points ahead of Max and tied with Oscar Piastri, the competition has intensified with two races remaining in the 2025 season. Jos Verstappen revealed that Max had prior knowledge of the disqualifications of Norris and Piastri, indicating a strategic advantage in the title battle.
Following the McLaren disqualifications, the F1 title race has taken an unexpected turn, with Piastri now closer to Norris in points. Yet, Norris still maintains the edge in the championship fight. As the Qatar sprint weekend approaches, Norris only needs to outscore both Verstappen and Piastri by two points to strengthen his position. However, the unpredictability of Formula 1 was showcased in Vegas, emphasizing the uncertainty that lies ahead in the championship battle. The current F1 Driver Standings show Norris leading with 390 points, followed by Piastri and Verstappen both at 366 points.
