P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Lando Norris has the lead of the drivers’ title going into the first of the final four grands prix this weekend – the São Paulo GP.
Former F1 driver Johnny Herbert sees Lando Norris’ current relaxed state as “very powerful” in the title fight, while 1996 champion Damon Hill believes something has shifted in Norris’ approach. Norris now leads the F1 drivers’ title before the São Paulo Grand Prix after a strong performance in recent races. Despite falling 34 points behind Oscar Piastri due to an oil leak in the Dutch GP, Norris hasn’t finished a race behind his McLaren teammate since Zandvoort, putting him one point ahead in the standings. Norris’ momentum within McLaren is evident, especially after his dominant win in Mexico over Max Verstappen by 30 seconds. The noticeable change in Norris’ demeanor towards a more relaxed state has been pivotal, according to Herbert, in his pursuit of a first drivers’ title. Hill suggests a shift in Norris’ approach, possibly due to external guidance or self-inspiration, indicating that Norris is on the brink of achieving greatness.
