P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Max Verstappen finds himself 69 points behind championship leader Oscar Piastri, taking 35 points out of him in two races.
McLaren has been warned about a resurgent Max Verstappen potentially shaking up the F1 title fight. Verstappen’s recent victories in Italy and Azerbaijan have significantly reduced Piastri’s points lead, making the championship battle tighter. Red Bull’s recent performance upgrades have boosted Verstappen’s chances, but the real test will come in high downforce tracks like Singapore. Former driver Giancarlo Fisichella believes Verstappen’s strong showings in recent races will make the remaining season thrilling. Fisichella also praised rookies like Antonelli and Bortoleto for their impressive performances and potential future success on the grid.
