The F1 Show Lando booed in Mexico and was Lewis Hamilton’s 10-second penalty fair?
Oct 28, 2025
Martin Brundle, a former F1 driver turned commentator, and Jacques Villeneuve, the 1997 World Champion, dive into Lando Norris’s impressive mental growth following a challenging weekend in Mexico. They unpack the reactions to Lando being booed and discuss Oscar Piastri's struggles. The duo also debates Lewis Hamilton's controversial 10-second penalty, weighing its fairness, and discusses mid-field battles and team strategies. Lastly, they touch on safety concerns about marshals on track and anticipate an exciting championship finale.
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Lando's Mental Turnaround Boosted Performance
- Lando Norris found an "overdrive" weekend, delivering near-perfect qualifying and race performance.
- Martin Brundle and Jacques Villeneuve credit mental resilience and focused recovery after setbacks for his turnaround.
Booing Linked To Message, Not Track Rivalry
- Booing of Lando in Mexico stemmed from a local poll about the Monza driver swap, not his racing.
- Brundle and Villeneuve say fan reactions are unpredictable and teams must manage messaging better.
Piastri's Confidence Dip Affects Results
- Oscar Piastri's form dipped after Baku with mistakes and loss of confidence affecting recent races.
- Brundle believes McLaren will prioritize whichever driver can beat Max Verstappen.