P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Mercedes boss Toto Wolff has delivered a blunt assessment of Max Verstappen’s F1 title hopes, declaring: “That ship has sailed.”
Mercedes boss Toto Wolff believes Max Verstappen’s chances for the Formula 1 title are now slim, stating that “that ship has sailed”. Verstappen’s recent success hasn’t been enough to catch up to current leader Lando Norris, who has a solid points lead. Wolff expects the title race to be between Norris and Oscar Piastri, with Verstappen falling behind in points. Wolff, drawing from past experience with Hamilton and Rosberg, is confident in Norris and Piastri’s ability to race without conflict. Despite an impressive pits-to-podium drive in Brazil, Verstappen faces a significant points gap with only three races remaining.
