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Former F1 World Champion Jenson Button has weighed in following Oscar Piastri’s recent struggles as the leader of the World Championship.
Former Formula 1 World Champion Jenson Button has offered advice to Oscar Piastri amidst the Australian’s struggles as the World Championship leader, following the United States Grand Prix where Piastri finished fifth without a podium for the third successive race. Button drew similarities between Piastri’s situation and his own 2009 title-winning season, noting the challenges of managing performance dips and championship pressure. Piastri has seen his lead diminish over the summer with Red Bull’s Max Verstappen gaining ground, while McLaren’s advantage has lessened against the improving Red Bull team. Button, reflecting on his own championship battle, emphasized the importance of handling pressure and avoiding mistakes in crucial moments. He highlighted the significance of mentorship from Mark Webber, a former F1 driver, in guiding Piastri through the remaining rounds of the championship. Despite discussions about team favoritism amid Verstappen’s momentum, Button believes both McLaren drivers should be given an equal opportunity to fight for the championship.
