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Max Verstappen is hoping to bring himself into late contention for the F1 title against the McLaren drivers.
Fernando Alonso praised Max Verstappen, backing him to prevail in an equal fight against McLaren drivers. Verstappen aims to narrow a 40-point gap to championship leader Oscar Piastri in the final five rounds of the season. Despite starting the season behind McLaren, Verstappen’s recent wins have made him a contender for another title this year, earning praise from Alonso. McLaren has dominated the season, clinching the constructors’ championship early. Alonso believes if Verstappen closes the gap and reaches equal points, he will emerge victorious in the final race showdown.
