Title: McLaren’s Struggles Exposed: Jos Verstappen Dives Into the Dismal Performance of Piastri and Norris
In a dramatic revelation, Jos Verstappen has pointed out a stark “clear difference” in the performance of McLaren’s Formula 1 cars, as Oscar Piastri’s championship dreams appear to be crumbling. The tension is palpable at McLaren following a chaotic weekend at the Las Vegas Grand Prix, where both cars faced disqualification due to severe rear plank wear, overshadowing Max Verstappen’s triumphant victory.
The saga deepens as Piastri continues to lag behind his teammate, Lando Norris, finishing outside the podium for the sixth consecutive race. This alarming trend raises eyebrows, and Verstappen Sr. has not held back in expressing his concerns. Earlier this month, he urged Piastri to voice his frustrations regarding the team’s struggles, and now he reiterates that something is off within the McLaren camp.
With Red Bull’s resurgence putting immense pressure on their rivals, Verstappen believes this might have led to critical misjudgments from McLaren during the Las Vegas race. “The pressure at McLaren is now full on, and they will feel that,” he asserted to Formule1.nl. He emphasized the stakes involved: “If Max wins the remaining races and Norris comes second every time, then Norris will be World Champion.” However, Piastri’s presence looms large, and it’s evident he’s not satisfied with his performance amid the chaos.
What’s particularly alarming is Verstappen’s observation of the differing handling characteristics between the two McLaren cars. “You can see a clear difference between both McLarens on the track, how they go through corners. One slides, the other doesn’t, and that raises questions as well,” he stated. This inconsistency is not only puzzling but also indicative of deeper issues within the team.
The sparks flying from both cars during the race raised urgent questions about McLaren’s setup choices. Verstappen Sr. didn’t hold back, labeling their strategy as “a huge blunder.” He questioned, “Why would you really go to the limit like that? Maybe it really was a mistake, but maybe otherwise the car just doesn’t work as well and they have to do this.” Such critical missteps could have dire implications for the team’s performance in the remaining races.
While Verstappen critiques McLaren’s errors, the fallout has created a golden opportunity for his son, Max, to chase a remarkable fifth consecutive Drivers’ title. “I spoke to Max before leaving. He already knew then that they would be disqualified,” he revealed, hinting at inside knowledge of McLaren’s predicament.
As the Qatar Grand Prix approaches, Max Verstappen stands at 366 points, neck-and-neck with Piastri, yet both trail championship leader Norris by 24 points. Jos acknowledges the monumental season for his son, who has made a stunning comeback from being over 100 points behind Piastri earlier in the season. “In any case, it’s going to be a hugely exciting end of the season,” he remarked. With nothing to lose, Max is poised to unleash an all-out attack.
The stage is set for a thrilling climax as McLaren grapples with its internal strife while the Verstappens capitalize on every opportunity. The Formula 1 world watches closely as the drama unfolds, with every twist and turn promising to shake the foundations of the sport.








