Australian’s lead in Formula One driver standings slashed to 14 points
Max Verstappen back in contention after two victories at US Grand Prix
Oscar Piastri remains confident in his Formula One world championship chances after Lando Norris and Max Verstappen slashed the Australian driver’s lead at the United States Grand Prix.
Piastri endured a difficult weekend in Austin, colliding with McLaren teammate Norris in Saturday’s sprint as both were dumped out before managing only fifth in the GP race as Verstappen eased to victory.
Norris’ second-place finish meant he cut the gap to Piastri to just 14 points, while Verstappen’s 33 points across the weekend saw him reduce his deficit to the leader by 23 points to 40.
