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It appears the F1 title fight is squarely between Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris as a former F1 driver predicts an increase in friction as the year goes on.
Former F1 driver Jolyon Palmer believes that the camaraderie between Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris will not last as the season progresses. McLaren has had a strong start to the season, with victories in seven of the first nine races. Piastri currently leads Norris by 10 points in the championship standings as they both vie for their first title. While they have not clashed on the track yet, a small incident occurred during qualifying in Barcelona, indicating a potential rivalry. Piastri’s reaction over the team radio marked the first hint of tension between the teammates. Palmer noted that Piastri’s defensive move during qualifying showed a shift in their dynamic, with each now seemingly willing to impede the other’s progress.
