The Race F1 Podcast HILL & HERBERT: Damon and Johnny's take on F1 2025's title fight twists
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Nov 1, 2025 Damon and Johnny dive into the intense 2025 title battle, analyzing Oscar Piastri's recent slump and Lando Norris’s impressive comeback. They discuss the pressure of being in the championship bubble and how criticism can impact a driver's focus. Max Verstappen's intimidating skills on track and McLaren's unique 'papaya rules' spark lively debate. As they reflect on the challenges of Interlagos, anticipation builds for the upcoming Brazilian Grand Prix and the psychological games at play in this thrilling racing season.
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Leading Can Create Dangerous Pressure
- Oscar Piastri's championship wobble came from a mental shift after realising he could win, causing overexcitement and mistakes.
- Damon Hill argues staying race-by-race prevents the pressure of leading from destabilising performance.
Relaxation Boosts Performance
- Lando Norris has regained form by reducing noise and finding mental space, becoming more relaxed and faster on track.
- Johnny Herbert credits Lando's improved capacity to absorb paddock pressure and focus on performance.
Focus On Each Race, Not The Finish
- Stay in the race-by-race mindset and avoid thinking about the end result too early.
- Damon Hill advises focusing on each lap and not imagining the checker flag until you're truly near the end.