P1racenews AI automatic summary:
One set of damning statistics has exposed just how big the gap Sergio Perez is leaving to Max Verstappen.
In Formula 1, it is crucial for teams to have both their drivers consistently scoring points, with the second driver ideally supporting the team leader in collecting points. McLaren’s Oscar Piastri has accumulated 237 points compared to Lando Norris’s 279 points after 18 rounds, accounting for 84.94% of Norris’s total. This has significantly contributed to McLaren’s strong position in the constructors’ standings, leading Red Bull by 41 points. On the other hand, Red Bull has faced challenges with Sergio Perez only scoring 43.50% of Max Verstappen’s points. Lewis Hamilton’s teammate George Russell stands out with an impressive 89.08% of Hamilton’s points, while Kevin Magnussen has the lowest rate, scoring just 27.27% of Nico Hulkenberg’s points. For a detailed breakdown, refer to the table showcasing the percentage of points scored by teammates in the 2024 season.
