P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Max Verstappen remains in with a chance of a record-equalling fifth consecutive F1 drivers’ title.
Former F1 driver Johnny Herbert has warned McLaren’s Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris that Max Verstappen is “not out” of the drivers’ title fight. Verstappen has narrowed Piastri’s title advantage by consistently scoring points since Red Bull introduced a new floor at the Italian GP. In the last three races at Italy, Azerbaijan, and Singapore, Verstappen has achieved two victories and a second-place finish. Despite being 104 points behind Piastri ahead of Monza, Verstappen has reduced the gap to 63 points. Herbert believes that Verstappen still poses a serious threat for a fifth consecutive drivers’ title, especially with McLaren drivers also contending for points. Singapore proved beneficial for Lando Norris, who now trails Piastri by only 22 points, but Herbert emphasizes that Max Verstappen’s performance on different track types shows his determination and capability in the ongoing title battle.
