P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Lando Norris now finds himself 24 points ahead of team-mate Oscar Piastri, and has himself a handy cushion as the title race enters its end-game.
Following his impressive performance in Brazil, Lando Norris has solidified his position as the leader in the drivers’ championship standings, putting his fate in his own hands for the first time.
With 390 points to his name, Norris currently holds a 24-point advantage over his teammate Oscar Piastri, who sits at 366 points, with 83 points still up for grabs this season.
The next races will take place in Las Vegas, Qatar, and Abu Dhabi, with Qatar also hosting the final Sprint race of the season.
Mathematically, Norris can afford to finish second to Piastri in every remaining race and still secure the world championship title.
In a potential scenario where Norris finishes second in the upcoming races and Piastri maximizes his points haul, Norris could emerge victorious by a narrow margin of two points.
The McLaren team’s decision to swap positions between Norris and Piastri at the Italian Grand Prix resulted in a critical six-point swing in Norris’s favor.
By ensuring Norris gained three additional points while Piastri lost three, the team strategically positioned Norris for a tighter grip on the championship lead.
