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With just four rounds remaining and the two McLaren drivers separated by one point, it could swing either way.
Two-time F1 champion Mika Hakkinen expressed concern for McLaren’s challenging situation as the title battle nears its climax. Lando Norris currently leads the championship after a dominant victory in Mexico City, holding a one-point advantage over team-mate Oscar Piastri. The primary title contenders are Norris and Piastri, with Max Verstappen of Red Bull considered an outside chance due to a 36-point deficit. Hakkinen commended McLaren’s harmonious teamwork during the championship fight, highlighting the close collaboration between Zak Brown and Andrea Stella. Despite the team’s success, the prospect of one driver winning the title while the other misses out creates a difficult dynamic within the team. Hakkinen acknowledged the complexity of this situation but expressed confidence that McLaren, with its talented individuals across various departments, will navigate this challenge effectively and end the season positively.
