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Lando Norris has taken a forthright stance on McLaren v Red Bull, but does not believe Max Verstappen can be counted out of the F1 title fight – unlike Oscar Piastri.
Lando Norris believes Max Verstappen should not be counted out of the F1 drivers’ championship battle, despite suggestions otherwise from Oscar Piastri.
According to Norris, it is always a possibility for the four-time F1 champion to make a comeback.
Verstappen is pursuing his fifth consecutive championship, aiming to equal Michael Schumacher’s record.
However, with an 81-point gap behind Piastri, Verstappen’s chances are diminishing.
While Piastri hints at a two-way battle, Norris maintains that Verstappen’s talent should not be underestimated.
Norris trusts in McLaren’s performance but acknowledges Verstappen’s prowess as a driver.
