P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Despite McLaren having won five of the six completed races this season, Max Verstappen has been a formidable opponent in qualifying.
Former Haas F1 team principal Guenther Steiner has warned Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri that Max Verstappen will outqualify them if given a “1%” margin. McLaren has dominated the grid this season, winning five out of six races with the strongest car. Piastri has claimed four victories, while Norris secured one win. Verstappen, despite a weaker car, won in Japan starting from pole position. Steiner believes that McLaren drivers have not given their all in qualifying, leaving an opening for Verstappen to start ahead. Verstappen’s threat in qualifying, alongside his racing prowess, poses a challenge for McLaren on the grid.
