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McLaren Duel Resumes at Zandvoort With Piastri Nine Points Ahead of Norris

McLaren's open approach to its title fight creates a calm backdrop for the season's restart.

Charles Leclerc and George Russell are closing on Max Verstappen
Lewis Hamilton of Great Britain and Scuderia Ferrari looks on in the Drivers Press Conference during previews ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Belgium at Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps on July 24, 2025 in Spa, Belgium.
Oscar Piastri has praised Mark Webber's advice in his championship battle with Lando Norris. Image: XPB Images
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Overview

  • McLaren have won 11 of 14 races and hold an approximately 299‑point Constructors' lead over Ferrari, leaving the drivers' crown an in-house contest.
  • Oscar Piastri says any competitive edge stays on track and describes a cordial off-track relationship, with McLaren maintaining a let‑them‑race stance.
  • Lando Norris entered the break with momentum after three wins in the last four rounds, including Silverstone and Hungary, trimming the gap to single digits.
  • Lewis Hamilton posted a defiant message about persevering after a difficult Hungary weekend, as Ferrari boss Fred Vasseur urged calm and perspective; Hamilton still seeks his first main‑race podium of the season.
  • Cadillac’s planned 2026 entry continues to shape the driver market, with reports linking Valtteri Bottas and Sergio Perez to seats, though any announcement remains unconfirmed and is expected after the Dutch GP.