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Oscar Piastri has said there is enough “evidence” that proves he is still favourite to take the F1 Drivers’ Championship, despite Max Verstappen’s resurgent form.
Despite Max Verstappen’s recent strong performances, Oscar Piastri still considers himself the favorite to win the Formula 1 Drivers’ Championship, citing the evidence supporting his claim. Following the United States Grand Prix, Piastri, currently leading the championship, is now only 14 points ahead of his teammate Lando Norris, with Verstappen trailing by 40 points after an impressive streak of wins and podium finishes. Speculation is rife about whether Verstappen will clinch his fifth title given his momentum and lack of pressure. Questions have been raised about the ability of Piastri and Norris to withstand Verstappen’s challenge. Piastri, however, remains confident, mentioning his past experiences in close title battles and emphasizing the importance of performance over points accumulation in winning a championship.
