Nico Rosberg revealed an interesting behind-the-scenes detail regarding Lando Norris, who is increasingly falling behind in the championship standings.
The incident that occurred in the final stages of the Canadian GP widened the gap between the two McLaren drivers fighting for the title, with Lando Norris now 22 points behind Oscar Piastri, who is steadily strengthening his lead at the top of the championship.
Closing this gap requires a certain calmness from the British driver. At Montreal, the difference in maturity between the two drivers managed by Andrea Stella was evident. Currently, Oscar Piastri appears to be the leading driver for the Woking team, while Norris still needs more time before he can truly compete for the title until the end.
An offer of help arrives for Lando
In this context, having the support of someone who has actually won that title could prove to be a key factor in accelerating Norris’s maturation process. That’s exactly what Nico Rosberg tried to communicate to Lando Norris. “I sent him a message some time ago offering to help and mentor him. I never received a response,” the former Mercedes driver revealed during the Canadian weekend. This gesture shows how much the former champion sees potential in the young Brit, but also how Norris still seems reluctant to rely on external figures.
Nico Rosberg’s offer could have been a valuable opportunity for Norris. Having someone by his side who knows the secrets to winning a world championship could really make a difference. It remains to be seen whether Norris will decide to open up to this kind of support or continue trying to find his own way alone. The risk is that he will lose even more ground compared to Oscar Piastri, who, for his part, can count on advice from Mark Webber. The former Red Bull driver, now manager of the Australian, has experienced firsthand what it feels like to lose a world championship and will do everything possible to prevent his protégé from making the same mistakes.
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