P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Time to underline in bold capital letters now that Max Verstappen is an F1 title threat to McLaren duo Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris.
McLaren team principal Andrea Stella believes Max Verstappen’s qualifying performance in Singapore confirms his status as a genuine contender for this season’s F1 title. Verstappen’s recent victories and strong performances have placed him in championship contention despite starting the season far behind. The RB21’s ability to perform well on different circuits, including high-downforce tracks, showcases Red Bull’s capabilities and Verstappen’s skill.
Although Verstappen missed out on pole position to George Russell, he still starts from second on the grid, ahead of main rival Oscar Piastri. Stella acknowledges Red Bull and Max’s competitiveness and praises their ability to adapt to different challenges. McLaren, while aiming to dominate, respects the competitiveness and fight in Formula 1, emphasizing the need to accept and embrace the challenge.
