Max Verstappen faces the challenge of avoiding a race ban due to having accumulated 11 penalty points on his super licence. The upcoming Canadian and Austrian races will be crucial for him to maintain good conduct on track. Verstappen’s aggressive driving style, which has led to success in the past, may need to be adjusted to prevent further penalty points. The possibility of missing the Red Bull Ring race due to accumulating just one more penalty point adds extra pressure.
McLaren’s dominance this season has led to a clear advantage in the constructors’ championship but the drivers’ title race has become more intriguing. Max Verstappen’s setback in Barcelona has shifted the focus to a potential battle between Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris. The increasing points gap from Verstappen to the leaders suggests the championship will likely be contested between Piastri and Norris. McLaren will face the challenge of managing internal competition between their drivers as the championship battle intensifies.
Lewis Hamilton returns to Circuit Gilles Villeneuve, one of his favorite tracks where he claimed his first F1 victory 18 years ago. The Canadian Grand Prix holds special significance for Hamilton, who will be aiming for a strong performance to bounce back from recent struggles. Despite his difficulties this season, Hamilton’s experience and talent make him a contender for success at the upcoming race in Montreal.
