The Pat Kenny Show A disappointing weekend for Australian F1 driver Oscar Piastri
Dec 1, 2025
Colin Bowie, a sports commentator known for his incisive analysis, joins to discuss the fallout from a tough weekend in sports. Oscar Piastri faced disappointment as Max Verstappen claimed victory in the Qatar Grand Prix, tightening the championship race with Lando Norris. In rugby, Connacht and Leinster shone, while Munster struggled against the Stormers, marking the end of their unbeaten run. Touching on the NFL, Bowie highlights Charlie Smyth’s impressive 56-yard field goal debut with the Saints, adding excitement to the weekend's sports roundup.
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Underdog Kick Ignites Family Drama
- Charlie Smith, from County Down, made a 56-yard field goal on his first NFL regular-season start for the New Orleans Saints.
- His family flew out amid travel delays and his sudden call-up created a rapid, emotional reaction back home.
F1 Title Race Tightens Dramatically
- Max Verstappen's Qatar win tightened the drivers' title race to just 12 points between Lando Norris and Verstappen.
- Oscar Piastri also sits close enough to make the championship a three-way battle with 25 points still available.
Norris Penalised And Loses Lead
- Lando Norris had a disastrous Qatar weekend, including a 10-second penalty for speeding under a yellow flag that cost him the lead.
- Colin Bowie and Pat Kenny suggested pressure or a rare poor performance may explain Norris's errors.