Overview
- Lando Norris leads Oscar Piastri by 24 points with three races left, with Max Verstappen 49 points off the lead but still mathematically in contention.
- Oscar Piastri says a three‑race ‘trend’ has required him to drive differently than earlier in the season, contributing to a loss of momentum and no podiums since Monza.
- Guenther Steiner told The Red Flags podcast that if Piastri does not win the title he should regroup over winter or look for a new seat, adding he still rates the Australian highly.
- McLaren CEO Zak Brown said the team will not let emotion change its approach during the run‑in as its drivers continue to race without a designated No. 1.
- Piastri said his relationship with Norris is “better than ever,” while Norris outlined a tightly managed plan with his personal team to handle the season‑ending triple‑header starting in Las Vegas.