P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Jacques Villeneuve insists that if Lando Norris fails to win this season’s Drivers Championship, the fingers will be pointed at McLaren and not the British driver.
Lando Norris dominated the Singapore race, enlarging the gap in the championship to 52 points with Verstappen. Despite the substantial lead, Max could secure the title even finishing second to Norris, given McLaren’s recent missteps. Observers like Villeneuve argue that McLaren’s strategic errors have hurt Norris’s championship bid. Villeneuve also points out that Oscar Piastri’s equal footing with Norris could impact the outcome. Verstappen’s streak without a win raises questions, with Villeneuve praising his focus on accumulating points. The close competition promises an exciting end to the 2024 F1 season, with both drivers acknowledging each other’s skills and challenges ahead.
