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Villeneuve Exposes McLaren’s Pressure Crisis: Can Norris and Piastri Survive Verstappen’s Charge?

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September 24, 2025
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Villeneuve Exposes McLaren’s Pressure Crisis: Can Norris and Piastri Survive Verstappen’s Charge?

BAKU, AZERBAIJAN - SEPTEMBER 21: Max Verstappen of the Netherlands driving the (1) Oracle Red Bull Racing RB21 on track during the F1 Grand Prix of Azerbaijan at Baku City Circuit on September 21, 2025 in Baku, Azerbaijan. (Photo by Clive Rose/Getty Images) // Getty Images / Red Bull Content Pool // SI202509210369 // Usage for editorial use only //

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Title: Villeneuve Sounds the Alarm: McLaren Crumbles Under Pressure as Verstappen Lurks!

In the high-stakes world of Formula 1, pressure can make or break a team, and according to Jacques Villeneuve, McLaren is struggling to handle the heat. The former world champion does not hold back in his assessment of the team’s current performance, particularly highlighting the challenges faced by drivers Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri.

As the season progresses, the specter of Villeneuve’s insights looms larger. With Max Verstappen and his formidable Red Bull team dominating races in Monza and Baku, the tension is palpable. They have turned the championship battle into a show of sheer dominance, leaving McLaren’s duo in the dust amidst a disappointing outing in Azerbaijan. The gap has widened significantly, with Verstappen closing in at -69 points behind Piastri and -44 behind Norris. With seven races and three sprint events still to go, the pressure is mounting.

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Villeneuve posits that McLaren’s inability to thrive under pressure could be their undoing. “They simply don’t know how to handle the pressure,” he asserts, suggesting that while Verstappen thrives in tense situations, Norris and Piastri are finding it challenging to rise to the occasion. The stakes couldn’t be higher as they head into the Singapore Grand Prix, a race where many speculate McLaren could secure a double podium finish—an outcome that would crush any remaining hopes Verstappen might have of an improbable comeback.

The question looms: Can McLaren’s young guns shake off the doubts and deliver when it matters most? Or will they falter, allowing the ever-looming presence of Verstappen to reignite his championship aspirations? Villeneuve urges a reassessment of McLaren’s mental fortitude, warning that the pressure in Formula 1 is relentless and unforgiving.

As fans eagerly await the next showdown, one thing is clear: the spotlight is on McLaren, and the world is watching to see if they can conquer the demons that have haunted their season thus far. Buckle up—this championship battle is far from over, and the drama is only just beginning!

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