Since the Italian Grand Prix, differing opinions have emerged regarding Oscar Piastri’s drop in performance, influenced by team orders, misfortune, and mistakes, with some critics painting a negative picture of the Australian’s capabilities. Defending him, however, is former McLaren driver Gerhard Berger, who, while indicating Lando Norris as the favorite for the title, explained his perspective on Oscar Piastri’s situation: “I back Norris,” he told sport.de. “If he avoids serious mistakes and fortune is on his side, he will win.”
Gerhard Berger added: “Piastri should not be underestimated. He went through a difficult period and continues to make errors due to lack of experience, but perhaps that period is now over. Max Verstappen never wavers, but the points gap is too large. He only has a remote chance of a surprise win—for example, if both McLarens were to retire.” – the former Formula 1 driver concluded ahead of the Las Vegas Grand Prix weekend.
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