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Lando Norris is gunning for his first F1 title but is facing a large deficit to Max Verstappen to overthrow in the final six races of the season.
Former F1 driver Martin Brundle pointed out that Lando Norris “underestimated” Max Verstappen’s aggressiveness during a wheel-to-wheel battle at the Austrian Grand Prix, resulting in a collision and retirement for Norris. Despite the incident, Verstappen finished fifth and was given a time penalty. Currently, Verstappen holds a 52-point advantage over Norris with six races left in the season. Brundle emphasized the uncertainty regarding Norris’ mental strength as he contends for his first F1 title and highlighted the difference between chasing and being chased in racing. The Spielberg clash was their only notable incident this year. Brundle believes Norris will improve as a driver through his encounters with Verstappen, acknowledging the importance of experience in the championship pursuit.
