P1racenews AI automatic summary:
What do Oscar Piastri’s win, Max Verstappen’s bad day, Red Bull’s upgrade and McLaren’s team orders stance mean for the 2024 F1 title fight? Here are our team’s thoughts
McLaren is now leading the 2024 Formula 1 constructors’ championship thanks to Oscar Piastri’s win and Lando Norris’s fourth-place finish in the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. Sergio Perez’s collision with Carlos Sainz and Max Verstappen’s troubles played a crucial role in McLaren’s success. The events in Baku raise questions about the title fight moving forward, especially after McLaren’s impressive performance and Red Bull’s ongoing struggles.
Verstappen managed to escape relatively unscathed despite a missed opportunity this weekend. Piastri’s revenge on Leclerc and Norris’s crucial support highlighted McLaren’s strong teamwork. With a 20-point lead in the constructors’ championship, McLaren’s development and driver quality have been key factors in their success.
Red Bull finds themselves in a tricky situation as Perez showed promise but the car’s potential remains untapped by Verstappen. If Verstappen can learn from this setback, he may have a chance to fight for podiums and secure the championship. However, Red Bull’s weaker position compared to McLaren makes a comeback in the constructors’ championship unlikely.
